METRO Kinokulturhaus

Read, listen, see and marvel. Discover new and unexpected things and experience how literature opens new horizons. With its permanent exhibition, communication programmes, events and special exhibitions, the museum offers an intricate and open perspective on Austrian literature. Obtain an overview to begin with or delve into subjects and texts.

In 1823 Josef Lobmeyr opened his first little shop in the heart of Vienna. Since then six generations unveil the miracle of glass. Together with designers like Theophil Hansen, Josef Hoffmann, Adolf Loos, Mattheo Thun, Polka and Ted Muehling classics in handmade crystal and chandeliers are born, which are appreciated by connaisseurs all over the world. Lobmeyr crystal can be found in collections like the MoMA New York, V&A London and the MAK in Vienna.