Volunteer Work in Liechtenstein

In Haus Gutenberg as an institution of adult education and in the Historical Society of the Principality of Liechtenstein (associated partner), volunteers are involved at various levels, both on the board and in special projects. For example, medieval days have been held twice in the last four years (planned also for next year) at Gutenberg Castle under the auspices of Haus Gutenberg. An event of this format can only be organized with the participation of volunteers to remain within a reasonable financial framework.

The LandesMuseum (Liechtenstein National Museum as an associated partner) does not usually collaborate with volunteers, apart from exceptional cases. However, the various small municipal museums (associated partners) are often supported by volunteers who work together with the full-time staff. The visit to the cultural heritage collection of the local history museum in Mauren and the excavations under the village church met with great interest during the project week in Liechtenstein.

The efforts of the Liechtenstein municipalities to preserve their cultural heritage and make it accessible to the public in local history museums were very positively received. This practice was also judged very positively visiting “sLandweibels-Huus” in Schaan, the Walser Museum in Triesenberg and the Industrial Goods Collection in Triesen.