Museums in the
Canton of St. Gallen
41 companies in Museums based in the Canton of St. Gallen — name and year of registration from the commercial register. The list below shows them all.
All 41 companies in the Canton of St. Gallen
Stiftung Sitterwerk
Since 2006 · 51–100 empl.4.6(52)
Stiftung Sitterwerk operates an art library and a material archive holding collections on sculpture, architecture, photography, material and casting technologies, and conservation; the collections are available on site and via the Sitterwerk catalogue. It also runs an Atelierhaus offering guest workspaces, and presents events, publications and an interactive 'Werkbank' research table.
Stiftung Naturmuseum St.Gallen
Since 2011 · 21–50 empl.4.6(1062)
The company is a natural history museum whose core activity is to offer a variety of exhibitions, guided tours, events and educational programs for children, young people and adults to inform and educate the public about nature, science and the environment.
Stiftung Kunst(Zeug)Haus
Since 2007 · 21–50 empl.4.7(75)
The Kunst(Zeug)Haus Rapperswil-Jona is an art house that offers exhibitions, events and cultural programs. The company's core activity is the presentation and promotion of art and culture, including the organization of exhibitions, vernissages, concerts and other cultural events.
Stiftung Kunstmuseum St.Gallen
Since 1979 · 21–50 empl.4.4(295)
The Kunstmuseum St.Gallen is a museum whose core activity consists of collecting, exhibiting, researching and communicating art. It presents a wide range of artworks from the Middle Ages to the present, with a focus on contemporary art. The museum pursues a strategic orientation that emphasizes sustainability, inclusion, diversity, and international networking. It offers a comprehensive educational program that appeals to visitors of all age groups and enables art as a space for experiences and discourse.
Erlebniswelt Toggenburg GmbH
Since 2002 · 1–10 empl.4.7(217)
The core activity of the company "Erlebniswelt Toggenburg" is the operation of a museum and an exhibition focusing on various themes such as railways, rural life, dolls and other historical exhibits. The company also offers gastronomic services including a bistro and catering, and rents out spaces for events and groups.
Stiftung für schweizerische naive Kunst und art brut
Since 1988 · 11–20 empl.4.4(55)
The company Open Art Museum is a museum or art organization that deals with the presentation and promotion of art.
Stiftung Tröckneturm St. Gallen
Since 1997 · 11–20 empl.4.8(60)
The core activity of the company 'Tröckneturm' is the preservation and utilization of a historic building as a meeting place, exhibition space and event venue. This includes the rental of rooms for private and public events such as guided tours, weddings, corporate parties and cultural events, as well as the presentation of an exhibition on the history of the St. Gallen textile industry.
Verein Textilmuseum St. Gallen
Since 2012 · 21–50 empl.4.2(186)
Verein Textilmuseum St. Gallen is a museum and educational institution focused on textiles, textile history, fashion and design. It collects, preserves, researches, exhibits and communicates textile cultural heritage, including historical fabrics, embroidery, lace and garments.
Karl Bickel-Stiftung
Since 1999 · 11–20 empl.4.7(13)
The company is a museum specializing in the presentation and dissemination of the life's work of Karl Bickel, a graphic artist, painter, and engraver of postage stamps. The core activity consists of organizing and conducting exhibitions, educational programs, and maintaining the cultural heritage of Karl Bickel.
Stiftung Textilmuseum St.Gallen
Since 2018 · 21–50 empl.4.2(186)
Stiftung Textilmuseum St.Gallen is responsible for the museum building, preserves the textile collections and provides funding to support the museum's operations.
Stiftung Wilhelm Lehmann, Kobesenmühle
Since 1985 · 1–10 empl.4.9(20)
The company's core activity is the operation of a museum and an exhibition focused on the work of the artist Wilhelm Lehmann, as well as the organization of cultural events such as concerts and readings.
Albert Edelmann-Stiftung
Since 1963 · 1–10 empl.
The Kulturverein Ackerhus company is a museum and cultural venue specializing in the preservation and dissemination of local traditions and culture. The core activities include: operating a museum with exhibitions and guided tours; hosting concerts, exhibitions, courses, and festive events in a cultural venue; renting out spaces for private events such as weddings and aperitifs; managing a wedding room with musical accompaniment on a house organ; and overseeing and directing the entire cultural operation. The association supports and promotes the activities of the museum and cultural venue through memberships and donations.
Stiftung Lindengut
Since 1983 · 1–10 empl.
The company is a museum and cultural center specializing in the history and culture of the Flawil region. It offers exhibitions, guided tours, events and rental options for private occasions.
Genossenschaft Fliegermuseum Altenrhein
Since 1996 · 11–20 empl.
The Fliegermuseum Altenrhein (FMA) is a flying aviation museum and a flight operations organization, whose core activity is to maintain, service and present historic aircraft related to Swiss aviation and specifically to the Swiss Air Force in a flightworthy condition. This also includes flight events, member flights, training and education of pilots, as well as the organization of airshows and displays.
Stiftung Kulturmuseum St.Gallen
Since 2011 · 21–50 empl.
The company is a museum that offers various exhibitions, guided tours, workshops and events focusing on art, culture, history and photography. The core activity is to inform and entertain the public through exhibitions, educational programs and cultural events.
FFA Museum Altenrhein GmbH
Since 2017 · 11–20 empl.
The FFA Museum Altenrhein GmbH is a museum specializing in the exhibition and preservation of historic aircraft and Rolls-Royce vehicles. The company's core activities include: * Exhibiting historic aircraft and Rolls-Royce vehicles on an area of approximately 5,000m2 * Preserving and restoring historic aircraft through Jet and Prop Heritage * Conducting guided tours and events for visitors * Selling merchandise items in the online shop * Managing membership for the FFA Museum, which includes benefits such as free admission, free participation in events, and exclusive access to the members' area.
Motorradmuseum Wüst-Rheintal GmbH
Since 2020 · 11–20 empl.4.8(9)
The company operates a motorcycle museum housing a collection of pre-war motorcycles and a technical library. It offers guided tours, motorcycle restoration courses and catering services. The museum aims to be accessible to the public and promote the attractiveness of the location as well as the region's cultural leisure activities.
Schweizerische Stiftung Museum für Analytische Psychologie nach Carl Gustav Jung
Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.5.0(2)
The company is a museum dedicated to promoting Analytical Psychology and presenting the life's work of C.G. Jung. The core activity consists of conveying Jung's theories and ideas, particularly individuation and self-realization, through exhibitions, collections, and image series. The museum also offers a library and collaborations with other institutions to illustrate the impact of C.G. Jung on Western culture and the natural and social sciences.
Cobbioni Bier-Museum "zum alten Bock"
Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.
The company operates a beer museum called "Zum alten Bock" in Rüthi, Switzerland. The core activity consists of operating a museum specializing in the history and culture of beer. The museum offers facilities such as a beer tavern, a carriage house, a local parlour, a beer cellar, snack rooms and a Gambrinus lounge. It is aimed at visitors interested in beer and its history.
STIFTUNG TOGGENBURGER SCHMIEDE- UND WERKZEUGMUSEUM BAZENHEID SG
Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.4.2(11)
The Toggenburger Blacksmith and Tool Museum is a museum whose core activity is to collect, preserve, exhibit and make historical blacksmithing and tools accessible to the public.
Stiftung Toggenburger Kulturerbe
Since 2024 · 1–10 empl.4.7(7)
The Toggenburger Museum is a regional museum whose core activity is to preserve, research and make accessible to the public the culture and history of the Toggenburg region. This includes the presentation of exhibitions, the organization of events and guided tours, the maintenance of a library and the documentation of photographs and films. The museum also offers educational programs for students and groups and is responsible for the preservation of the region's cultural heritage.
Jos. Hilti, Motorrad-Museum
Since 1965 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Paul Aebi-Gaissmaier
Since 1969 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Burgruine Wartenstein
Since 1973 · 1–10 empl.
Otto Fischbacher Giovanni Segantini-Stiftung
Since 1978 · 1–10 empl.
Ernst Kohler Stiftung
Since 1982 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Regionalmuseum Schlangenhaus Werdenberg
Since 1990 · 1–10 empl.
Pamawi AG
Since 1990 · 1–10 empl.
Ruedi Labhart AG
Since 1997 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Kunstsammlung Thomas Schmidheiny
Since 1997 · 1–10 empl.
Hans Ripper Stiftung
Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.
Kulturstiftung Bad Ragaz
Since 2002 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Weesen und Walensee - Claudio Flütsch
Since 2004 · 1–10 empl.
Bernsteinmuseum Schweiz
Since 2004 · 1–10 empl.
Kulturstiftung Toggenburg
Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.
MoCo Helvetica AG
Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.
Photonum AG
Since 2018 · 1–10 empl.
Labhart GmbH
Since 2019 · 1–10 empl.
Kunstmuseum Rheintal GmbH
Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.
BAD RAGAZER LE CORBUSIER COLLECTION HEIDI WEBER MUSEUM FOUNDATION
Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Schloss Sargans
Since 2024 · 1–10 empl.
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Source: commercial register (Zefix) · as of October 10, 2026
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