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The Strick Local History Collection
The Heimatkundische Sammlung Strick is a family-run, private collection that offers an insight into the history of Bad Mitterndorf. The collection spans from ancient fossils to Roman and Celtic finds, as well as bones of cave bears. In addition, a doll collection and the figures from the famous Nikolospiel of Bad Mitterndorf are included.
Three generations of collecting passion
Around 100 years ago, Franz Strick became the first to start collecting stones and minerals.
After that, his son Franz Strick the Second (born 1902) continued the collecting activity. He also contributed to expanding the Strick collection.
Franz Strick the Third (born 1943) was given the task of collecting items for the foundation. In 1958 he expanded the house into a private collection.
Thus, he was able to present a large number of the objects better. Thus, a collection grew over three generations that now fills several floors.
The Strick Collection as a digital 3D tour
The free 3D tour is a virtual journey through time. On around 160 m² and over three floors, you will find unique exhibits and special features. Additionally, five videos accompany you through the house.
First, the tour begins in the historical library. Authentic pictures and old photo cameras await you there. On the first floor, you will then see the extraordinary collection of more than 700 dolls. There are also stones and minerals from the Dead Mountains and the Dachstein Massif.
The Strick collection tells the story of Bad Mitterndorf on several floors. It ranges from stones and fossils to finds from the Roman and Celtic periods, and even includes the local customs.
The Nikolospiel in Bad Mitterndorf
Finally, the masks and costumes of the Bad Mitterndorf Nicholas play form the final part of the Strick collection. The Nicholas play takes place every year on December 5th. It is also included in the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage.
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