International Museum of the Reformation — Attraction in Geneva

The Reformation Museum in Geneva is always worth a visit. This was not my first time here, I had also come before the renovation. Back then, the museum felt very authentic, almost like a time machine that transported you directly into the past. With the renovation, the space has become more modern, refined, and in line with current trends. It’s beautifully presented and easier to navigate, though it perhaps misses a little of that raw historical charm that gave the old version such a unique atmosphere.

One important point to highlight: this museum is dedicated to the history of the Protestant Reformation in Europe. It has nothing to do with figures like Barack Obama or Martin Luther King Jr. it is about Martin Luther, the 16th-century reformer, and the major changes he and others brought to religion and society.

Still, the visit is extremely enriching, with engaging exhibitions, well curated displays, and interactive elements that make the story of the Reformation both accessible and inspiring.

A special mention must go to the lady with the long, beautiful grey hair at the reception. She was exceptionally polite, welcoming, and very helpful. She answered our questions with patience and kindness, and her warm hospitality added something truly memorable to our visit.

Overall, the museum remains a cultural highlight in Geneva a place that combines history, reflection, and genuine...

I recently visited the International Museum of Reformation, and here's my review:

The admission price is quite reasonable, especially when compared to larger museums. You can explore the entire museum in about an hour, making it a manageable visit for those with limited time.

The museum provides a comprehensive display of documents and information regarding the Reformation that took place in 1517, starting in Wittenberg and spreading across Europe. It offers valuable insights into this pivotal historical event.

It's convenient to find restroom facilities within the museum, which is always appreciated during a visit.

While the museum's focus on the Reformation is clear and informative, I did notice a significant number of exhibitions related to modern topics like Black Lives Matter (BLM) and human rights. it wasn't entirely clear how they directly related to the Reformation itself. This may be something for visitors to keep in mind.

Overall, the International Museum of Reformation offers a concise yet informative experience, providing valuable insights into the historical events of the Reformation. The reasonable admission price and convenient amenities add to the overall positive experience, although the additional exhibitions may be of interest to some visitors but may not directly correlate with the main theme...

This is a really informative museum about the history of the Reformation and Protestantism more generally over the past 500 years, with lots of interesting historical artifacts, in the place where it happened (Geneva with Calvin and others). It is a fairly small museum, so unfortunately it suffers from trying to do so much in a small space. I wish the museum were more focused specifically on Calvin and the start of the Reformation in Geneva. Or focused on that but had one rotating special exhibit on a certain aspect of Protestantism (interestingly, they did have a rotating exhibit for the 80th anniversary of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, although that seemed tangential to the focus of the museum). Because the museum tries to cover so much material, there are some unfortunate omissions, like the exhibits talk about Protestant missionaries to developing nations in a mostly neutral way, without problematizing this as an example of colonialism. Similarly, there is no mention of the way some Protestant thinkers/denominations have been Anti-Semitic or opposed to the full participation of women and LGBTQ+ people, or how that has been changing in recent years. If the museum wants to cover 500+ years of Protestantism around the world, I think it needs to delve into these difficult topics...