LWLIndustriemuseum

The LWL-Industriemuseum, or LWL Industrial Museum, is a network of six museums operated by the Landschaftsverband Westfalen-Lippe (LWL) in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. These museums are dedicated to preserving and presenting the industrial heritage of the Ruhr region and its surrounding areas. Each site focuses on a different aspect of industrial history, offering a diverse look at the technological, social, and economic developments that shaped the region.

The museum network includes the Zeche Zollern in Dortmund, which showcases coal mining history with its impressive Wilhelminian-era architecture. The Henrichshütte in Hattingen explores the evolution of iron and steel production. The Textilfabrik Cromford in Ratingen is dedicated to the textile industry, highlighting early factory work. The Schiffshebewerk Henrichenburg in Waltrop focuses on inland navigation and the engineering marvels of the canal system. The Ziegelei Lage in Lage presents the history of brick making and its importance in construction. Finally, the Altes Schiffshebewerk in Niederfinow is a unique site dedicated to the development of ship lifts. Together, these locations provide a comprehensive overview of Westphalia-Lippe's industrial past, attracting visitors interested in history, technology, and the social impact of industrialization.