In the heart of Klagenfurt, the kärnten.museum tells the story of a region between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea. As a modern cultural venue, it combines historical depth with contemporary presentation and invites visitors to rediscover Carinthia's past and present.
The kärnten.museum Klagenfurt is the central location for exploring Carinthia's history, culture, and identity. In a generously designed museum building, exhibitions unfold that combine archaeological finds, folkloric objects, historical evidence, and contemporary perspectives. This creates a multi-layered picture of a region that has been shaped for centuries by exchange, border experiences, and cultural diversity.
The presentations cover everything from early traces of settlement to political and social upheavals and current issues. Special exhibitions and thematic focuses repeatedly set new accents and invite visitors to understand history not as a closed chapter, but as a living process.
As an open place for dialogue, the museum welcomes visitors of all ages. Educational programs, events, and interactive approaches make the kärnten.museum a cultural meeting place where knowledge, memory, and the present engage in productive exchange.






