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Explore the Fascinating Globe Museum Exhibition at the Austrian National Library

Discover a globally unique collection of over 250 historical globes and astronomical instruments within Palais Mollard.

The Globe Museum at the Austrian National Library offers a comprehensive journey through the history of cartography and astronomy. Located in the magnificent Palais Mollard, this unique institution showcases over 250 fascinating exhibits. Visitors can explore an extensive collection of terrestrial and celestial globes, alongside representations of the moon and other planets, providing valuable insights into scientific exploration.

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Exhibition summary

The Globe Museum of the Austrian National Library, located in Palais Mollard, is a unique institution showcasing over 250 exhibits. Visitors can discover terrestrial and celestial globes, as well as globes of the moon and other planets, alongside astronomical instruments.

Curatorial context

The Globe Museum, situated within the magnificent Palais Mollard of the Austrian National Library, stands as a globally unique institution dedicated to the preservation and display of globes. Its collection comprises over 250 fascinating exhibits, offering a comprehensive journey through cartography and astronomy. Visitors can marvel at an extensive range of terrestrial and celestial globes, alongside representations of the moon and other planets. The museum also features a variety of significant astronomical instruments, providing valuable context and insight into the history of scientific exploration and understanding of our universe.

Admission and ticket notes

Tickets can be obtained via the provided link. Admission may be part of general museum entry or require a separate ticket. Visitors are directed to an external ticketing site for purchase.

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Austrian National Library
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Permanent collection
Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
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