Pharmacy Museum, Bratislava

Located in the Burgher’s House, which is a Baroque structure situated adjacent to the moat at St. Michael’s Gate, the Museum of Pharmacy houses a collection which includes close to 9,000 pharmaceutical artifacts and 3,000 volumes of pharmaceutical publications. The Bratislava building has gone through several reconstructions throughout its history, causing it to have a combination of various architectural styles in its design. The stone entrance reflects Rococo style while the facade is representative of Classicist style. The museum first opened its doors to the public in 1953. The museum displays a replication of the original “Red Crayfish” pharmacy which once operated inside this structure. Displays include a wide variety of pharmaceutical equipment which dates back to the 16th century, along with furniture and medicinal vessels. The original cast iron sign, which hung over the “Red Crayfish” can still be seen upon arrival at the building. While the museum reflects a time period from the 16th century to the present day, the room is filled with exquisite Baroque paintings on its walls and the vaulted ceiling, that all have a healing theme. The exhibition hall is open all year round.