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Knappenrode energy museum and its collection
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The Knappenrode Energy Factory, also known as Energiefabrik Knappenrode, is a significant part of the Saxon Industrial Museum. It is located in the eastern part of Saxony, specifically in the southeast of Hoyerswerda city center. The museum is situated on the grounds of the former Knappenrode briquette factory, which has been decommissioned and is now a protected monument.
Preservation and Museum Opening of the Briquette Factory
Following its closure in 1993, the Knappenrode briquette factory was preserved, including its impressive brick architecture and numerous outbuildings equipped with steam-powered briquetting technology. The site was opened as a museum on June 18, 1994, and has been a part of the European Route of Industrial Heritage since 2005, offering visitors a glimpse into the industrial past.
Renovation of the Museum Site
The museum underwent a comprehensive renovation between 2017 and 2020. This included redesigning the access and entrance areas, conceptualizing and implementing a new multimedia-oriented permanent exhibition, and installing barrier-free access and a new visitor guidance system. The renovation, which cost approximately 15.4 million €, was funded through various sources and funding programs.
ENSaxon Museum of Industry: Energy Factory Knappenrode
DESächsisches Industriemuseum: Energiefabrik Knappenrode
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