Art and culture in Vienna 2019

Although the special exhibition to mark the 650th anniversary has already ended, the National Library, with its thousands of books in the State Hall and a total of five museums, is still impressive. The so-called "founding codex" of the Imperial Court Library dates from 1368, is written entirely in gold, decorated with elaborate picture ornaments and surrounded by a magnificent binding. Today it is one of the most valuable holdings in the library.

Exactly 100 years after the foundation of the First Republic (on 12 November 1918), the House of History of Austria opened its doors in Vienna. It is housed in the Neue Burg am Heldenplatz. On a total area of 1,800 m² you can follow the development of Austria from the Habsburg Monarchy to the First Republic, the Anschluss to the Nazi Empire as well as the foundation of the Second Republic until today.

The Vienna Secession, one of the most important Art Nouveau buildings was completely renovated in 2018 on the occasion of its 120th anniversary. In particular, the famous dome with its 2,500 leaves and 342 berries was completely re-gilded. In addition to the Beethoven Frieze by Gustav Klimt, the Secession is also an insider tip for your visit to Vienna thanks to its many exhibitions of contemporary art!

After a Corona-related break, there is good news for culture fans: on May 19, the State Opera was allowed to open its doors again! With appropriate safety measures, six premieres can take place in front of an audience in the coming weeks (until the end of the season on June 30)! From "Carmen" and "Faust" to "Macbeth" and "Der Barbier für Kinder" (The Barber for Children) - there's plenty to marvel at and listen to.