The Stapferhaus was founded in 1960 as a place of encounter and intellectual debate. It is known for its exhibitions on socio-political issues.
The Stapferhaus Foundation was initially located inside the "Hintere Haus" at Schloss Lenzburg. Since 2018, the Stapferhaus' exhibitions are on display in a new building, designed by Pool Architekten, right next to the Lenzburg train station. The building is designed to be constantly transformed: stairs and walls can be shifted, floors opened, the façade and forecourt can be altered.
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Stapferhaus entrance
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Stapferhaus entrance
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Stapferhaus - ticket office
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Stapferhaus - exhibition
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Stapferhaus - exhibition
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Stapferhaus - exhibition
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Stapferhaus - exhibition
A metal spiral staircase connects the different levels of the museum.
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Stapferhaus - spiral staircase
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Stapferhaus - spiral staircase
The Stapferhaus was awarded the European Museum of the Year Award 2020.