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Discover the History of Vienna's Emergency Services at Rettungsmuseum Exhibits

Explore approximately 300 exhibits detailing the evolution of pre-clinical emergency medicine in Vienna.

The Vienna Rescue Museum, re-inaugurated in 2013, presents a comprehensive look at the evolution of pre-clinical emergency medicine and Vienna's professional rescue service. Visitors can explore three dedicated halls showcasing approximately 300 meticulously curated exhibits. Learn about the founding and development of these vital services, brought to life through historical equipment and detailed displays. Access is available by prior appointment for groups.

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Exhibition summary

The Vienna Rescue Museum, founded in 1991 and reopened in its current location in 2013, showcases the history of pre-clinical emergency medicine and the professional rescue service in Vienna. It features collections detailing the founding and development of the service, with three halls displaying approximately 300 exhibits.

Curatorial context

Established in 1991 and re-inaugurated on October 5, 2013, the Vienna Rescue Museum is dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of pre-clinical emergency medicine and the professional rescue service of Vienna. The museum's collection was meticulously curated by its honorary curator, Professor Erich Müllner. The exhibition space is divided into three halls, housing around 300 exhibits that chronicle the evolution and development of the Wiener Rettung (Vienna Rescue). Access to the museum is available by prior appointment for groups of four or more people. Professor Müllner offers personalized guided tours, providing insights into the historical context and operational development of emergency medical services in Vienna. In addition to the permanent collections, special exhibitions are also presented in the stable area.

Admission and ticket notes

The museum is accessible by appointment only for groups of at least four people. Interested visitors should contact the museum to arrange a visit and guided tour, which can be personally led by the curator.

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Venue
Vienna Rescue Museum
Current status
Open now
Exhibition schedule
From Oct 5, 2013
Artist line / attribution
Curated by Professor Erich Müllner.
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