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At a glance
- Type
- Museum
- Period
- Modern era, 1988
- Protection
- Italian national heritage
- Coordinates
- 46°40′17″ N, 11°09′49″ E
- Address
- Meinhardstraße - Via Mainardo, 2, 39012 Meran - Merano
History and description
The Women's Museum Merano is located in a former convent of the Poor Clares in the centre of Meran (Italy). It is administrated by an association and is also the registration office of the International Association of Women's Museums (IAWM).
Exhibition
In its permanent exhibition the museum shows cultural and everyday history from a female point of view. The exhibits from the museum's collection include fashion, accessories, every day objects, books and documents. The museum represents female ideals, role models and images in 19th and 20th century, and thereby investigates the present situation of women in society.
In special exhibitions and various events there is an enlargement of the repertoire of female-specific and gender sensitive topics.
International networking
In 2008 the first international congress of women's museums took place in Merano. Since then the Women's Museum Merano is coordination site of the International Association of Women's Museums (IAWM) and is connecting over 30 women's museums and initiatives worldwide.
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Timeline
- 1988Founded and opened
Events and people from Wikidata (CC0).
Photos
Getting there
Merano - MeranTrain, nearest
1.1 km as the crow flies
Women's Museum MeranMeinhardstraße - Via Mainardo, 2, 39012 Meran - Merano
Aeroporto di Bolzano-Dolomiti - Flughafen Bozen-Dolomiten26.8 km
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Nearby
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Women's Museum Meran?
Women's Museum Meran is in Merano, in the province of Bolzano (Trentino-South Tyrol), Italy. Address: Meinhardstraße - Via Mainardo, 2, 39012 Meran - Merano. GPS coordinates: 46.67147, 11.16363.
What are the opening hours of Women's Museum Meran?
According to OpenStreetMap the opening hours are: Tuesday and Wednesday: 10:00–13:00; Thursday and Friday: 10:00–17:00; Saturday: 10:00–13:00; Sunday, public holidays: Closed. Always check the official website before your visit.
How much does it cost to visit Women's Museum Meran?
There is an admission charge. Up-to-date prices are on the official website.
Is Women's Museum Meran wheelchair accessible?
According to OpenStreetMap data, the site is wheelchair accessible.
How old is Women's Museum Meran?
Wikidata dates it to 1988.
What else is there to see near Women's Museum Meran?
Nearby you’ll find: Merano Arte (100 m away), Palais Mamming Museum (200 m away), Landesfürstliche Burg (200 m away).
Sources and licences
Text. Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Data. Wikidata (CC0); opening hours and contacts OpenStreetMap (ODbL).
Photos. Wikimedia Commons, author and licence on every image.
Credits for the 3 photos
- Frauenmuseum Meran — Museia16, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Frauenmuseum Meran Innen — Museia16, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Meran Frauenmuseum — ManfredK, CC BY-SA 3.0
Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences