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title: Poacher Museum Molln
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date: 2024-04-16
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# Poacher Museum Molln

Poacher Museum Molln - Jew's harp & crafts
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   Molln, Oberösterreich, Österreich

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 [    ![A historic room with a wooden floor and a wooden ceiling. There are various pieces of furniture, hunting trophies, and displays on the walls.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203075/8F6FD29F0D5974E50AD429104674B6C4C9A3E2E5442C14ED20A24A13CEA1CF81/wilderer-museum-molln.jpg "© Wilderer Museum")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203075/8F6FD29F0D5974E50AD429104674B6C4C9A3E2E5442C14ED20A24A13CEA1CF81/wilderer-museum-molln.jpg)

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 [    ![Two life-sized figures in traditional clothing are ascending a wooden staircase. In the background, a poster is hanging and some picture items are visible.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203076/A587F08E2D0BC6E8C786E69EAAD8A2D712086962F79EE786452899FF5D402793/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg "© Fritz Kammerhuber")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203076/A587F08E2D0BC6E8C786E69EAAD8A2D712086962F79EE786452899FF5D402793/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg)

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 [    ![A modern museum with wooden elements and exposed walls. It showcases hunting trophies and historical photographs.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203077/94FE1D8A38C7AA58A03EECC49E9B04B43659A715A7060656DEC346CDFE8AF38C/blick-ins-wilderer-museum.jpg "© Wilderer Museum")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203077/94FE1D8A38C7AA58A03EECC49E9B04B43659A715A7060656DEC346CDFE8AF38C/blick-ins-wilderer-museum.jpg)

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 [    ![A cozy room with wooden ceilings and wooden floors. There are furniture pieces, decorations, and some people exploring the surroundings.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203078/D398E480DBEF4C4B2E2C6768106531781885B6EBDA314271807912BD9B8BAB55/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg "© Fritz Kammerhuber")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203078/D398E480DBEF4C4B2E2C6768106531781885B6EBDA314271807912BD9B8BAB55/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg)

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 [    ![A historic room with antique furniture and decorations. People are visiting the exhibits and interacting with the surroundings.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203079/C05AA9107904B1416E83F6489FAC6DC986809B66328ABCDA22080FE70CF092A1/wilderer-museum-mit-details.jpg "© Wilderer Museum")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203079/C05AA9107904B1416E83F6489FAC6DC986809B66328ABCDA22080FE70CF092A1/wilderer-museum-mit-details.jpg)

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 [    ![The image shows a traditional museum with historical furniture and exhibits. Two people are standing in the room and are looking at the exhibits.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203080/D568B4AC1FCB5AA1B020FD13EBD28D3AD140B75F182FE63E874B648AE4243252/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg "© Kammerhuber Fritz")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203080/D568B4AC1FCB5AA1B020FD13EBD28D3AD140B75F182FE63E874B648AE4243252/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg)

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 [    ![A museum with exhibits on regional history. The focus is on typical costume figures, surrounded by display cases with further exhibits.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203081/20C8B6C3E1C191A661B3677DD1F6F0848D8753677E9CACEA836FE7EE0B9A3EF1/ausstellung-im-wilderer-museum.jpg "© Wilderer Museum")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203081/20C8B6C3E1C191A661B3677DD1F6F0848D8753677E9CACEA836FE7EE0B9A3EF1/ausstellung-im-wilderer-museum.jpg)

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 [    ![The interior of a museum with exhibitions. Several display figures and showcases with historical objects can be seen.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203082/C38B5931ADB6B3DB80416AF74C9E6479A8CB1CC004DDE3233A27BE05EEBFB6EC/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg "© Kammerhuber Fritz")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203082/C38B5931ADB6B3DB80416AF74C9E6479A8CB1CC004DDE3233A27BE05EEBFB6EC/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg)

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 [    ![A showcase with historical artifacts, including two portraits, a piece of crockery, and a notebook. The collection displays various cultural objects and artworks.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203083/C7CCD6C8866262C4DF0ABE9B21C758699C16DF984EA12C115D20CC69C9061F30/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg "© Verbund Oö. Museen")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203083/C7CCD6C8866262C4DF0ABE9B21C758699C16DF984EA12C115D20CC69C9061F30/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg)

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 [    ![An exhibit piece featuring several old manuscripts and notes. The documents are presented in a frame and display historical writings as well as writing instruments.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203084/AC9B8E94D6912B4F334EA73AE28DA86589F41A11384CCAB4A92AD8D2F17F6F79/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg "© Verbund Oö. Museen")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203084/AC9B8E94D6912B4F334EA73AE28DA86589F41A11384CCAB4A92AD8D2F17F6F79/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg)

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 [    ![A memorial plaque with portraits of individuals honored on March 14, 1811, at the Müller family inn. The plaque is displayed on a velvet background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203085/973E3B2C7BD892E33E5ADE19FB11C787C87835111F7954362ED37018F6782F36/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg "© Kammerhuber Fritz")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203085/973E3B2C7BD892E33E5ADE19FB11C787C87835111F7954362ED37018F6782F36/wilderermuseum-molln.jpg)

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 [    ![A spacious room with exhibitions about hunting and nature. Photos and embossed trophies hang on the walls, while a staircase is visible in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/203086/E7A9CB56184D5D57A42F121C887B064C7A570488ABD64E07FD281312313062FB/wilderer-museum-molln.jpg "© Kammerhuber Fritz")  ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/203086/E7A9CB56184D5D57A42F121C887B064C7A570488ABD64E07FD281312313062FB/wilderer-museum-molln.jpg)

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 Im Dorf 1
 4591 Molln

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As the only museum in Austria, we present the history of poaching from the Middle Ages to today, complemented by the presentation of the events of a regional tragedy - the Molln poacher drama. Through numerous exhibits, the relationship between landownership and subjects, the noble family of Lamberg, the peasant emancipation of 1848, as well as hunting and poaching are documented - supplemented by the extensive collection of Prof. Dr. Roland Girtler and the unique exhibits of the Walder family.

Founded as a craft museum with a focus on woodworking and iron processing, the Poacher Museum Molln in the old vaults of the economic section of the former forestry hub Molln of the Steyr landownership – now the inn Wirt in the village – offers, alongside its focus on poaching, the unique tradition of mouth harp production in Molln as well as an extensive collection on the topic of wood processing.

**Mouth Harp & Craftsmanship** Since 1647, the production of the mouth harp can be traced in Molln – this long tradition of producing these forged instruments is unique in Austria. Various types, forms, and distribution areas of these musical instruments are shown, including graphic works on the topic of mouth harps from an art school in Yakutia (Siberia).

Rare wood crafts such as shovel hackers, fork and rake makers, bowl and rocking chair makers, as well as wagon and lathe craftsmen are represented with a variety of tools. All mentioned craftsmen utilized the wood raw material, abundantly found in the Molln forests.

**Famous Personalities & Molln Businesses**
Two significant poet personalities, who have their roots in Molln, are also represented in the museum: Marlen Haushofer (1920-1970) and Otto Jungmair (1889-1974). An exhibition area is dedicated to the entertainer Hans Joachim Kulenkampff, who is buried at the cemetery of the pilgrimage church Frauenstein. A completely different topic is dedicated to the establishment of the sports shoe factory and brand "Dachstein," founded by the Molln shoemaker Anton Lintner in 1925. The development of the company Piesslinger from a scythe factory to a specialist for the refinement of aluminum and powder coating is also shown.

Notice for the special exhibition 2027: 230 years of target shields of the Molln shooting association & intangible cultural heritage in the Poacher Museum

 Hint / Advice: Sat., April 10, 2027, 2.00 p.m. – Opening ceremony for the special exhibition “230 Years of Target Shields of the Molln Shooting Club & Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Wilderer Museum”

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 **Poacher Museum Molln - Jew's harp & crafts**

 Im Dorf 1
 4591 Molln

  mobile [ +43 699 19491219 ](tel:+4369919491219)
  E-Mail [office@wilderermuseum.at](#mailto)
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  **Contact person**
 Obmann Fritz Kammerhuber
 Wilderer Museum Molln
 Im Dorf 1
 4591 Molln

  mobile [ +43 699 19491219 ](tel:+4369919491219)
  E-Mail [office@wilderermuseum.at](#mailto)
  Web [www.wilderermuseum.at/](https://www.wilderermuseum.at/ "New window")

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 **We speak the following languages**

German

 [ Opening hours ](#ttgCollapseOeffnungszeiten)
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May 1 to October 31, 2027:
Sunday and public holiday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Guided tours are possible outside of regular opening hours with prior registration (registration required up to 1 day before visit)

We are happy to offer guided tours for groups of 5 or more Tour fee/group: € 35,-

Duration of the tour: approx. 1 h

5 to max. 25 persons

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 **Parking**- Parking space: 20
- Bus parking space: 1

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 **Food and drink available**Host in the village, the museum is located in the premises!

 **Service**
 **Guided tour**Related Special tours give a deeper insight into each one exhibition area.

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 **General price information**- Adults: € 9.00
- Children from 6 years: € 5.00
- Guided tour flat rate (group min. 5 persons up to max. 25 persons): € 35.00

 **Payment methods**   Cash payment

 **Discounts (Memberships)**- Pyhrn-Priel-Card
     Free entry as often as you like.
- Phyrn-Priel seasonal pass
     Free entry as often as you like.

 **Other discounts**With the guest card "In Summe mehr" you receive a 20% discount on one admission | Steyr National Park Card 20% discount

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- All weather
- Suitable for groups
- Suitable for schools
- Suitable for seniors
- Suitable for single travelers
- Suitable for friends
- Suitable for couples
- Suitable for children

 **Other special suitabilities** Seniors, Families

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Please get in touch for more information.

 **other information**- path width (min. 150 cm)
- door width (min. 80 cm)
- Toilet facility for disabled people
- Outside area

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