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Swiss Museum Prize 2026

The Swiss Museum Prize

Audience Award presented by the Swiss Museum Pass

We are launching the very first Swiss Museum Award as the highlight of 2026!

The new Swiss Museum Award was created by the Swiss Museum Pass to recognize the diversity and commitment of the Swiss museum landscape. The public is at the heart of this new award: they will help decide which museum will be recognized for its outstanding achievements in 2026.

Your voice counts right from the start: Set the tone!

The Swiss Museum Prize is dedicated to a special theme every year. This means that every museum - large or small - has an equal chance of winning!

Step 1 - Topic suggestions

Which category should be the focus of the very first Swiss Museum Award 2026?

Whether it's «Most visitor-friendly educational concept», «Biggest wow factor» or «Most sustainable museum project», what is particularly important to you in Swiss museums?

Timeline

We will keep you informed about the fixed theme for the year and the exact application process.

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January - February 2026

Submit topics & vote

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February 2026

Application selection process

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February - March 2026

Jury decision on the topic

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March - April 2026

Application period Museums

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Until May 18, 2026

Announcement of the shortlist

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May 18 - September 2026

Public voting by the public

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November 2026

The 2026 award ceremony

Information for museums

All museums participating in the Swiss Museum Pass are cordially invited to apply for the prize from spring onwards.

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