Stadtmuseum St. Pölten

The St. Pölten City Museum is the historical museum located in the heart of the old town of Lower Austria’s capital—with its cornerstone laid as early as 1879. It has been housed in the former Carmelite convent since 1976 and reopened in 2007 following extensive modernization efforts.

Today, the building is characterized by a contemporary redesign of the interior and exterior entrance areas, an elevator in the inner courtyard for barrier-free access, and sculptural extensions constructed of steel and glass. The foyer and ticket office were designed by local designers Doris Zichtl and Marcello Hrasko. Removing the vegetation in the inner courtyard has also reinforced the original Baroque garden character.

But the museum has also been revitalized in terms of its content: With its archaeology and history sections—which can be explored as a continuous tour—the St. Pölten City Museum is now regarded as an enlightening hub for art, culture, and the history of St. Pölten. In addition to the permanent exhibition on archaeology, city history, and Art Nouveau, the museum hosts regular special exhibitions and cultural events—such as concerts and readings.

Permanent Exhibition at the St. Pölten City Museum
The history of St. Pölten from prehistoric times onward is presented along with its most significant events. The Art Nouveau section, a valuable highlight, has contributed significantly to the museum’s national and international reputation.

The museum is open on holidays—unless they fall on a Monday or Tuesday—and except for all the closing days listed below!
(Closed on: January 1, May 1, December 24–26, and December 31)

Facilities/Programs

• Guided tours, educational programs
• Permanent exhibition on archaeology, city history, and Art Nouveau
• Special exhibitions and cultural events
• Accessible tours available
• Shop
• Restrooms

Extra Tips:

• "Long Wednesday": On the first Wednesday of every month, you can join a guided tour of the current exhibitions at 6:00 PM. Registration required at www.stadtmuseum-stp.at
• "Family Saturday" takes place on the first Saturday of every month from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Age-appropriate tours and creative activities in the museum workshop for the whole family
• During school breaks, adults receive a 50% discount, and admission is free for visitors 18 and under.
• Since 2010, the City Archaeology Department has provided advisory support for construction projects.