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Explore 150 Years of Favoriten District History: A Vienna Urban Development Exhibition

Delve into Favoriten's rich past through curated archival images and descriptive texts detailing the district's evolution.

Commemorating 150 years, this exhibition in Vienna's Favoriten district offers a deep dive into its fascinating history. Visitors can explore significant historical facts, from its first district head to the introduction of the initial horse-drawn tramway and the construction of its iconic water tower. Curated by archivist Walter Sturm, the display features compelling archival materials and objects from the past.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition commemorates 150 years of the Favoriten district, exploring its rich history through images and texts. Visitors can discover key historical facts, such as the names of its first district head, the introduction of the first horse-drawn tramway, and the construction of the water tower.

Curatorial context

Marking 150 years of the Favoriten district, this exhibition delves into the area's significant history, presented through archival images and descriptive texts. The exhibition aims to spark reflection and refresh memories by posing and answering questions about the district's past. Visitors can learn about the first Bezirksvorsteher (district head), the inaugural horse-drawn tramway's route and timing, the construction period of the iconic water tower, and the date Oberlaa, Unterlaa, and Rothneusiedl became part of Favoriten. The content is curated by archivist Walter Sturm, with interesting objects from the past displayed in showcases.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition is located at VHS Per Albin Hansson-Siedlung, Ada Christen Gasse 2B, 10. Bezirk. Visitors are welcomed to attend.

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Hernals District Museum
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Open now
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Archivist Walter Sturm curated the exhibition and compiled its historical content.
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