The fascinating story of the Ismaninger paper factory in the castle museum

The fascinating story of the Ismaninger paper factory in the castle museum

The Castle Museum in Ismaning opens the doors to a new exhibition, which illuminates the future and the past of the paper mill, which was located there from 1860 to 1982. This tradition of industrial culture will be unveiled on Friday, October 18, with a ceremonial opening at 7 p.m. After this opening, the audience can look forward to free admission until February 2. The exhibition times are from Tuesday to Saturday between 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

paper is an essential part of our everyday life, whether as a newspaper, book or packaging. Often people do not think about how paper is made and where it comes from. In Ismaning, numerous citizens were able to look back on the traditional paper mill until the 1970s, which shaped the village sustainably. Although there are only a few visible remains of this industrial past today, the company is an important part of local history. The paper mill not only brought new technologies, but also new residents to the region.

The development of the company

The castle museum shows the eventful history of the paper mill through numerous photos and documents. The production methods, starting with the production of packaging paper from rags and straw, illustrate the hard conditions under which the workers worked. Documented work accidents show the risks associated with working in this industry. The factory experienced many changes over the years, both in technology and in the management.

The founders of the factory, the Bullinger brothers, were already active in the paper industry before they received the approval for the establishment of the factory, which was dated on September 17, 1859. They had to submit numerous documents to the authorities to get the license for their company, and ultimately convinced with the argument that domestic production could reduce the import of English paper.

The change in the factory landscape

A crucial moment in the history of the paper mill was the blasting of the striking chimney in 1982, which heralded the end of the industrial era. Instead of the factory, a newly built residential area now extends. Over the years, the owners had ensured that living space was available for workers, which made life easier for employees who often worked for a long time. There are numerous photographs in the exhibition that show the workers in the new houses or in front of the machines, often at celebrations or company trips.

Although only a few direct traces of the factory are visible in the landscape - apart from two streets that are named after the family, and an old electricity work - the exhibition reminds you of how important this facility was for the development of Ismanings. The planned demonstration of a small, historical "self-impact machine" for the production of tissue paper during a special tour is particularly remarkable. This will take place on November 24th at 3 p.m.

In addition, a children's day will be held on November 13, in which young visitors from the age of five can immerse themselves in handicraft workshops and tours in the history of paper production. Registration for this exciting event is recommended to secure the required place.

for more information about the exhibition and the events in the Schlossmuseum, See the current reporting on www.wochenanzeiger.de .