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Deutsches-Knopfmuseum and its collection
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The Deutsches Knopfmuseum, located in Bärnau, Oberpfalz, is a unique museum dedicated to buttons. It was first opened in 1975 and since 1998, it has been housed in the former Kommunbrauhaus on Tachauer Straße 2. This location adds a historical charm to the museum, making it an interesting place to visit.
Exhibits at the Deutsches Knopfmuseum
The Deutsches Knopfmuseum offers a comprehensive display of buttons from four centuries and made from 26 different materials. Visitors can also see the machines used for button production and learn about various manufacturing methods. This provides a unique insight into the history and evolution of button making.
Establishment of the Button Industry in Bärnau
The Deutsches Knopfmuseum provides a detailed account of the establishment of the button industry in Bärnau by trained button maker Johann Müller in July 1895. This historical perspective allows visitors to understand the roots of the button industry in the region and its significance over the years.
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