To fly like a bird, fight like a lion, or climb like a monkey – throughout its history, humanity has been intrigued by the special abilities of animals. But why are some animals considered sly or evil? And why did people believe in dragons in former times? Selected exhibits allow students to explore the close relationships between humans and animals.

Tour: 1 hour

Guided tours are free of charge for school classes from Switzerland.

Clothing is an expression of personality or social status. Additionally, it is always a reflection of the times. How have fashions changed in the course of the centuries? What can the clothing of bygone days tell us? The tour allows students to discover the history of fashion and the way clothing has changed over the centuries.

Tour: 1 hour

Guided tours are free of charge for school classes from Switzerland.

The Reformation changed the course of European history. What began as criticism of the Roman Catholic Church developed into a significant movement for religious reform. What caused the schism in which the Reformed Church split off from the Catholic Church? How did the Reformation influence society and politics? The tour sheds light on the far-reaching changes brought about by the Reformation.

Tour: 1 hour
Guided tours are free of charge for school classes from Switzerland.

On this tour , important objects from the collection engage in dialogue with the freshly renovated historical rooms, enabling history to be experienced at first hand. What did the apartments of the last abbess of Fraumünster abbey look like? How were the front rooms known as Stuben furnished in days gone by? The dense array of historical objects allows students to immerse themselves in the past.

Tour: 1 hour
Guided tours are free of charge for school classes from Switzerland.