The Historical Museum was built in 1894 but modeled on castles of the 15th and 16th centuries. A glass fronted extension was added in 2009. The museum seeks to present the grand sweep of history from the Stone Ages to the present day. More than half a million objects chronicle world history, inter alia, through archaeological finds, ethnography and numismatics. Permanent exhibitions focus on Bern's highs and lows, its captured treasures and its current status. Temporary exhibitions include diverse themes such as man's migration and Nativity scenes from around the world. A 1000 square meter space is devoted to the life and work of Einstein.
Helvetiaplatz 5, CH-3005 Bern, Phone +41-3-13-50-77-11