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Museums and galleries in Lienz

Exhibitions change, offers are varied, colourful and interesting. We
can’t make the decision for you. We can only list what you can see,
where, and when.

A Lienz town museum, Schloss Bruck
The castle’s imposing rooms are an ideal location for the world’s largest
collection of works by Albin Egger-Lienz, probably the most famous
East Tyrolean painter. Annually changing large exhibitions on history,
art, culture or nature attract visitors from all over the world every year.
The contemporary counterpoint is set by exhibitions and installations
in the belfry. There is a special exhibition dedicated to the 15 kinds
of bats, some of them quite rare, that inhabit the castle park, in the
battlement towers.
Open from mid-May to the end of October
www.museum-schlossbruck.at
B Kunstwerkstatt Lienz (Lienz art workshop), Mühlgasse 8a
An atelier community of the Tyrolean branch of Lebenshilfe (“Life Help”,
an organisation dedicated to supporting people with mental/intellectual
disabilities) where artists, in varying constellations, cultivate their crea-
tive talents. The focus is on visual arts techniques: painting, drawing,
graphics, sculpting, as well as methods that allow artists to cooperate
and interact.
Info: www.kunstwerkstatt-lienz.at
The Lienz traditional dance group on stage in front ot the Liebburg.
C Railway museum, Südbahn-Heizhaus (Southern Railway roundhou-
se). An experience not only for railway fans. The 1871 locomotive depot
remains almost entirely unchanged. Where, long ago, the “steam hor- Concerts, theatre and traditions
ses” of the Royal Imperial Southern Railway were maintained, one can Experiencing Lienz
now experience railway history on 1800 square metres.
Town culture
D Tyrolean archive of photographic Culture brings a splash of colour to everyday life. A fascinating dive into
documentation and art (TAP), Egger-Lienz-Platz 2 another world. The town of Lienz has many cultural opportunities. Theatre,
The TAP is an enduring and sustainable institution that collects, digiti- readings, musicals, concerts, comedy, exhibitions. Big names and up-and-
zes and presents historical photographs from Tyrol and South Tyrol. As coming talents. A diverse and multifaceted programme is offered through
a centre of competence, the Tyrolean photo archive teaches to preser- the entire year.
ve visual heritage.
Open Tuesday and Wednesday from 2pm to 5pm Info: www.stadtkultur.at
Info: www.tiroler-photoarchiv.eu / www.lichtbild-argentovivo.eu
Concerts on Hauptplatz – Many beautiful sounds
E Little Gallery (Mark Steiner), Kärntnerstraße 1 As soon as the days are warm enough, the main square is converted into a
Pictures, art and antiques. pedestrian area and a stage is built in front of the Liebburg. Every local knows
that the concert season has begun. Brass bands in authentic folk costumes
F RLB atelier, Johannesplatz 4 perform their interesting programme with enthusiasm, dedication and joy.
G Dolomitenbank gallery, Südtirolerplatz 9 For the “Suntowner Tuesday concerts”, volume is secondary. All summer
Changing exhibitions during the bank’s open hours. long, various musical groups perform around the outdoor seating areas of
the main square and create a relaxed, feel-good atmosphere.

Info: www.osttirol.com, www.lienz.gv.at

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