Esperanto Museum and its collection

Esperanto Museum
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The Esperanto Museum and the Artificial Languages ​​Collection is a museum, library and documentation center and archive in Vienna and with the world's largest linguistic collection of artificial languages. The catalog of this collection is accessible via the internet and contains 35,000 library volumes (mainly books and information material about Esperanto and other artificial languages). The Esperanto Museum features and documents approximately 500 languages, of which Esperanto is the most important one.

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Esperanto Museum
Herrengasse 9
1015 Vienna

Visitor information Esperanto Museum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 18:00
Thursday
10:00 – 21:00
Friday
10:00 – 18:00
Saturday
10:00 – 18:00
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00

Admission

0 – 19Free
Adults€5.00
Family€7.50

Facilities

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Location & Map

Herrengasse 9, Vienna

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Exhibitions

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Esperanto Museum Reviews

Esperanto Museum has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Esperanto Museum in Vienna, Austria, offers visitors an intriguing look into the world of constructed languages, particularly Esperanto. Located within the Austrian National Library, this small but informative museum provides an overview of the history and development of Esperanto, as well as other planned languages.

    Visitors appreciate the museum's well-organized exhibits, which include interactive displays and audio guides. These features help to make the subject matter more engaging and accessible to those who may not be familiar with Esperanto or linguistics in general. The museum's collection of books, documents, and artifacts related to Esperanto is impressive and provides a comprehensive view of the language's evolution and cultural impact.

    However, some visitors note that the museum is relatively small and can be explored thoroughly in about an hour. This brevity may leave some wanting more depth or detail. Additionally, while the topic is niche, it may not appeal to everyone, and those without a specific interest in languages or Esperanto might find the experience less engaging.

    The museum's location within the Austrian National Library is both a pro and a con. While it's conveniently situated in a central area, some visitors report difficulty finding the museum within the larger building complex.

    Overall, the Esperanto Museum offers an educational and thought-provoking experience for those interested in languages, linguistics, or cultural history. Its focused approach and interactive elements make it a worthwhile visit for language enthusiasts, though casual visitors might find it somewhat specialized.

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    BRENDA • Sep 12, 2018

    A fascinating (for esperantists) collection of historic artefacts! Well set out and annotated. Very interesting!

    Visited on Sep 7, 2018

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