Cultural organisation in the
Canton of Thurgau

Gesellschaft FROHSINN

Since 1970 · 1–10 empl.

Gesellschaft FROHSINN is a politically and religiously neutral non-profit association that supports heritage preservation and historical interests. It publishes works on local history, organizes exhibitions, readings and village tours, and supports cultural projects.

Bodensee Planetarium und Sternwarte

Since 1972 · 1–10 empl.

Bodensee Planetarium und Sternwarte operates a planetarium with 360-degree dome projections and an observatory where visitors can view the sky through telescopes. Its activities include astronomy shows, public observing evenings, programmes for schools and a planetary trail.

Dr. Heinrich Mezger-Stiftung

Since 1973 · 1–10 empl.

Dr. Heinrich Mezger-Stiftung promotes cultural life and artistic activity in the Canton of Thurgau. It supports, among other things, art acquisitions and building projects by cultural institutions, exhibitions and events in the visual and performing arts, music projects, cultural centres, libraries and heritage conservation.

Thurgauische Bodman-Stiftung

Since 1996 · 21–50 empl.

Thurgauische Bodman-Stiftung maintains and animates the Bodmanhaus as a literary house and memorial to Emanuel von Bodman. Its activities include readings, lectures, exhibitions and study stays for writers.

Stiftung Nachlass Saskia Egloff

Since 1998 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Nachlass Saskia Egloff manages Saskia Egloff’s photographic and film estate, including an archive of historical documents. It catalogues and presents material from the collection, including through exhibitions.

Carl und Margrit Roesch - Stiftung

Since 2003 · 1–10 empl.

Carl und Margrit Roesch - Stiftung cares for the artistic legacy of Carl Roesch and Margrit Roesch-Tanner. It preserves, researches and makes their work available, and organises events and projects that engage with the artists’ legacy.

Stiftung Think Tank Thurgau (TTT)

Since 2003 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Think Tank Thurgau (TTT) organizes events and initiates projects addressing political, economic, scientific and cultural developments. Its activities include a scientific congress, a public forum and a competition for school-leaving projects.

Johannes Dörflinger - Stiftung

Since 2004 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the preservation, research and conservation of Johannes Dörflinger's artistic work, in particular through the management and presentation of his artworks, such as sculptures, paintings, graphics, polaroids and drawings, as well as the promotion of his artistic vision and the preservation of his cultural heritage.

Stiftung Uttwiler Kunst

Since 2007 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Uttwiler Kunst preserves a collection of paintings and other works of art, mainly by artists connected to the region. It makes the collection accessible to the public, organizes exhibitions and rents out paintings for limited periods.

Stiftung Barfuss-Schule, Sambia

Since 2008 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Barfuss-Schule, Sambia manages donations for the Barefoot Chisankano Community School. The funds are used exclusively to maintain and develop the school.

thurgau kultur ag

Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.

thurgau kultur ag operates thurgaukultur.ch, a digital cultural platform for the Canton of Thurgau. It provides independent cultural journalism, an events calendar and cultural mediation services, and fosters exchange among cultural professionals, institutions, policymakers and the public.

"pfirsich-blüt" Jacqueline Haerry

Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.

""pfirsich-blüt" Jacqueline Haerry offers educational counselling and parent education, and runs a publishing imprint and puppet theatre. Its activities also include plant-dyed silk scarves and an online gift shop for young children.

Thomas J.C. und Angelika Matzen Stiftung

Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.

Thomas J.C. und Angelika Matzen Stiftung is a charitable grant-making foundation. It supports educational institutions and talented individuals or those facing disadvantages in their education, as well as projects in the arts, culture and heritage preservation and services for victims of violence, particularly children and young people.

eigenArt am See GmbH

Since 2011 · 1–10 empl.

eigenArt am See GmbH runs an art studio and organises painting courses and workshops led by artists. Its programme includes watercolour and mixed-media courses, as well as open studio sessions.

Swiss Support for Children

Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.

Swiss Support for Children is a charitable foundation that works to improve educational opportunities for socially disadvantaged children and young people in developing countries and countries facing difficult social conditions. It supports vocational education and further training, with a focus on language skills—particularly English—access to the internet and the use of internet technologies.

Zehnder Bildungsprojekte

Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.

Zehnder Bildungsprojekte develops educational concepts for companies and offers lectures and training on education, system safety and system reliability. Its Euler roll learning tool is used to explain basic mathematical operations, functions and transformations.

Musikschule Thür GmbH

Since 2014 · 1–10 empl.

Musikschule Thür GmbH is a music school for children, teenagers and adults. It offers individual and group lessons in instruments including guitar, keyboard, ukulele, accordion, saxophone, recorder and Schwyzerörgeli, as well as opportunities to perform together.

Netzwerk Bau & Forschung De Carli-Lanfranconi

Since 2014 · 11–20 empl.

Netzwerk Bau & Forschung De Carli-Lanfranconi works in historical building research and heritage conservation. Its services include building investigations, inventories and documentation of historic buildings, as well as expert reports and art-historical work.

Bernrain-Brunnegg

Since 2015 · 11–20 empl.

Bernrain-Brunnegg is an association that operates Schule Bernrain, a special school for children and adolescents with challenging behaviour. The association also leases the adjoining Bernrain agricultural enterprise, runs Hof Brunnegg providing supported living and an internal day structure for youths aged 15 and over, and manages Brunnegg AG including leasing of the Brunnegg farm and administration of rental apartments and spaces.

STIFTUNG ST. FRANZISKUS

Since 2019 · 11–20 empl.

STIFTUNG ST. FRANZISKUS aims to establish a pastoral centre for the Missione Cattolica Italiana and an Italian cultural centre. For this purpose, it acquires suitable property that may include residential, cultural and office spaces.

LPT swiss

Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of LPT Swiss is to inspire and promote children and young people for technical and scientific careers by developing and offering innovative and motivating projects and materials for teaching, which enable technical and scientific concepts to be learned in a playful way.

Thurgauische Kulturstiftung Ottoberg

Since 1989 · 51–100 empl.·1.0(1)

The core activity of the Kulturstiftung Thurgau consists in promoting and supporting art and culture in the canton of Thurgau, particularly through the awarding of scholarships, subsidies and prizes to artists and cultural creators, as well as through the organization of cultural events and projects.

R&R Musikschule und Instrumente Salzmann

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.

R&R Musikschule und Instrumente Salzmann offers instrumental lessons and workshops, and sells musical instruments and accessories. It also repairs and services instruments and holds student concerts.

Ballettschule Kreuzlingen GmbH

Since 2023 · 11–20 empl.·4.3(45)

Ballettschule Kreuzlingen GmbH is a dance school offering classes for children, teenagers and adults. Its programme includes classical ballet, jazz modern, contemporary and hip-hop, as well as early dance education and talent development; the school also organises performances and dance events.

ARtBON Sammlung - Stiftung für Kunst und Kultur

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(2)

ARtBON Sammlung - Stiftung für Kunst und Kultur operates an art collection featuring mainly contemporary works by artists from Switzerland and neighbouring countries. The collection includes painting, sculpture, installations and spatial art, and is open to the public through guided tours.

Stiftung MyIdol

Since 2022 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is the promotion of education and the support of children in disadvantaged regions, particularly through the construction of schools and the implementation of educational programs, in order to enable them to have a better future.

Talenticum AG

Since 2024 · 21–50 empl.·5.0(3)

Talenticum AG runs an extracurricular learning centre for children and young people to discover and develop their talents. Its workshops and holiday courses support individual projects, and it offers tailored learning pathways and class visits.

Kirchgasse GmbH

Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(4)

Kirchgasse GmbH operates a contemporary art gallery. Its programme includes exhibitions by emerging and established artists, as well as publications.

TIME TO REFLECT PAUL NAGEL

Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.

TIME TO REFLECT PAUL NAGEL is an artist whose work draws inspiration from everyday life, its stories and questions about life. The portfolio includes works identified as current or in private collections.

Stiftung Turmhof

Since 2002 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(1)

Stiftung Turmhof is responsible for preserving and operating the historic Turmhof and neighbouring properties on a largely self-financing basis. It promotes cultural activities through events and provides spaces for cultural and social occasions; it may also operate social and commercial facilities or arrange for third parties to do so.

Musikschule Hinterthurgau

Since 2012 · 21–50 empl.·3.0(1)

Musikschule Hinterthurgau offers instrumental and vocal tuition as well as foundational music education for children, young people and adults. Its activities also include ensembles, courses and workshops, and dance classes.

BeYou Education GmbH

Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.

BeYou Education GmbH provides educational services for individuals, learners, educators, course leaders and institutions. Its activities include learning coaching and exam preparation, workshops and webinars, course delivery, support with educational programme design, and services related to kinesiology and the use of AI in learning.

ZMAJ - Verein für die heimatliche Sprache, Bildung und Kultur

Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.

ZMAJ - Verein für die heimatliche Sprache, Bildung und Kultur is a non-profit association promoting the heritage language, education and culture. Through Škola Zmaj, it offers Serbian language and culture courses for children, teenagers and adults, as well as drama, creative writing and conversation classes.

Deutschkurse Kreuzlingen GmbH

Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.

Deutschkurse Kreuzlingen GmbH is a language school specialising in German as a foreign and second language. It offers group and individual lessons at levels A1 to B2, as well as online, corporate and women-only courses and preparation for telc, Goethe and fide exams.

Maliora Atelier, Inh. Lisa Frank

Since 2026 · 1–10 empl.

Maliora Atelier, Inh. Lisa Frank is a creative studio offering workshops for children and adults, as well as a regular creative club for children. It also hosts private and business events where participants make their own items using materials such as Jesmonite, wax and beads.

Stiftung Ammann von Wittenwil

Since 1995 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Ammann von Wittenwil supports cultural, local-history and ecological conservation projects, as well as heraldic and genealogical research. It also supports the continuation and publication of family trees, ties among family members, children’s charities, and children’s education and training.

crea gioia Inh. Priska Bartholet

Since 2018 · 1–10 empl.

crea gioia Inh. Priska Bartholet offers Schwyzerörgeli lessons and leads the Swiss-Örgeler music group, with which she also performs.

Krims & Krams Rüümli Jasmine Juchli

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.