The Universalmuseum Joanneum is considered the biggest of its kind in Central Europe. About 5 million items in 22 collections form the basis of a richly faceted ‘universal’ exhibition and events schedule. A programme of exhibitions and events at 14 locations of architectural value throughout Styria transmit a unique panorama of science, art and culture.
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The Universalmuseum Joanneum is Austria’s oldest and second-largest museum. It was founded in 1811 by Archduke Johann of Styria with the mission of collecting, researching and passing on evidence of the nature, art and culture of the province, in order to promote actively the intellectual and technological development of Styria.
Today we are part of the international museum community and act according to the Ethical Guidelines of ICOM. We collect, preserve, research, interpret and present in order to give our visitors access to knowledge of the past and present, but also to the chances and challenges the future holds. Moreover, visitors are to be inspired to new ideas, and to engage critically with socially relevant themes.
We manage 14 locations in which culture, history, art, technology and nature can be experienced. In so doing, we also leave the museum premises and go out to people with our content in order to reach new communities and awaken their enthusiasm for our museums. With our participatory approach, we invite everyone to take part in our programme and to enrich this with new initiatives.
We see our staff as the most important factor in our success. For this reason, we place great value on promoting the motivation and satisfaction of our staff. Sustainable action is one of the fundamental guidelines of our work.
As the most often visited cultural institution in the Province of Styria, we serve the public, shape the image of Styrian culture, and enrich people’s quality of life. Through our international projects and cooperations we position ourselves as an important partner in the European museum landscape and rank alongside renowned multi-disciplinary museums worldwide.
With our art, cultural and scientific collections, wide range of expertise and programme offerings, we are becoming an indispensable repository of knowledge and an essential centre of excellence internationally. We have established research in the museum as an important source of innovation.
By strengthening internal and external interdisciplinary networking, we combine in-depth knowledge with open discourse on current topics, creating unique experiences. We are becoming one of the most important multi-disciplinary museums in Europe, thus contributing to a stronger positioning of Styria internationally.
Child Protection Strategy of the Universalmuseum Joanneum GmbH
As a museum we offer our visitors access to knowledge and promote critical thought. Conveying knowledge and awakening interest in culture, nature and art lies at the heart of our work with children and youngsters, and with visitors to the museum from this age group. With this goal in mind, it is vital that we create a protective framework in which the interests of our young guests are given top priority. With this Child Protection Strategy we commit to respecting the rights of children and youths, and to guaranteeing them protection from violence, abuse and boundary violations of any kind.
History, art, culture and nature
14 locations - 20 museums - 1 Zoo - 22 collections - 5 million objects
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Daniel Kosta
Assistance Chief Science Officer
Bozica Hrzenjak MA
Assistance Chief Financial Officer
MMag. Markus Enzinger
Head Department Support services - Authorised Signatory
Dr. Andreas Schnitzler
Head Department for External Relations - Authorised signatory
Anna Hutterer, BA
Environmental & Sustainability Officer
Michaela Zingerle
Coordinator for externally funded projects
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Company and legal status: Universalmuseum Joanneum GmbH
Registered office: Mariahilferstraße 2-4, 8020 Graz
Company registration no.: 230017 k
Company register jurisdiction: Landesgericht für Zivilrechtssachen Graz
VAT no.: ATU 56 45 65 79
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