| Technisches Museum Wien | |
|---|---|
| Established | 1918 |
| Location | Vienna, Austria |
| Website | http://www.tmw.ac.at |
The Technisches Museum Wien (German for Vienna Technical Museum) lies in Vienna (Austria), in Penzing district, on the Mariahilferstraße 212.
The decision to establish a technical museum was made in 1908, construction of the building started in 1909 and the museum was opened in 1918.
The permanent exhibition categories include: Nature and Knowledge: astronomy, principals, physics; Heavy industry: mining, iron, steel; Energy; Mass production - luxury goods; Everyday life - directions for use; Communications and information media; Musical instruments; Transport; Basic Research - A great adventure.