Dieses Bild zeigt ein Bücherregal im Archiv des Wienermusivkereins - fotografiert von Philip Reitspreger Identity Lab

Research in the archive

Use of the archive

The archive is open to researchers worldwide. However, primarily for security reasons, researchers must not visit the archives and storage rooms without the intention of conducting research.

Opening hours

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 09:00 to 13:00 from October 1 to June 30

The archive will be closed during the Christmas holidays (Dec. 22, 2025 - Jan. 6, 2026) and Holy Week, as well as on May 15 and June 5, 2026.

We ask for registration!

Autographs (letters, sheet music), graphics, musical instruments and similar items must be ordered several days before the archive visit. All other objects can be ordered on-site. Please note that not all items can be ordered for conservation reasons.

Scientific inquiries

Scientific inquiries should state the research topic, possibly the institution and the purpose of the research.

Preparation

The more precisely you let us know what you need and for what purpose, the better we can support you.

Context

For university theses, please state the title and the name of the supervisor (seminar paper, Master’s thesis, dissertation).

Time frame & Sources

If the request refers to a literature source, please name the source. Autographs (letters, sheet music) and plastic objects must be ordered by email several days before the archive visit.

Visit to the archive

It is necessary to register for a user seat in the study hall at the archive. Please familiarize yourself with the basic literature on your research topic beforehand. Our online catalogue is available for a preliminary research into the musical material owned by the archive. Kindly note
that our catalogue in not yet complete but constantly expanding.

Photo ID & User sheet

A Photo identification is required in order to attend the premises of the archive. Please note that coats and bags are to be left in the garderobe.
During the first visit, a user form must be completed, in which important information such as contact details, research topic, supervisor etc
must be stated.

Internet access

WLAN is available in the archive.

Reproductions

Taking photos in any way as well as making unauthorized copies is strictly prohibited. However, you may order digital copies.

Foto des Archivs des Wiener Musikvereins - fotografier von Philip Reitsperger

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