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Thursday, 18.6.2026, 7 p.m.

Edith Matzalik: New Traces of a Viennese Architect

Presentation of the findings from the ‘Architektur Pionierinnen’ research project at the MSL Centre

Edith Matzalik (1903–1968), a Viennese architect and graphic designer, is one of those women whose work has long been forgotten.
The MSL Centre is now dedicating a special evening to her.

Free admission with a suggested donation (10 to 15 euros)
 - with your contribution, you are actively supporting the continuation of the Architektur Pionierinnen research project at the MSL Centre. Our team is working to expand knowledge about women in architecture and to strengthen their public recognition. 
 
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From 26th to 29th of May

The MSL Centre's District Days

MARGARETES MARGARETEN II


The MSL Centre’s district days took place in the last week of May. We would like to thank the Spektakel team for their fantastic, inspiring collaboration, and all visitors for their keen interest and the fascinating discussions. We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Margareten District Council for their invaluable support. 
 
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Podcast Empfehlung

Grätzlgeschichten about Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky

Architecture as a Form of Resistance and Social Commitment

In the City of Vienna’s history podcast, contemporary historians and ‘Geschichtsgreisslerei’ podcasters Andreas Filipovic and Walter Szevera share ‘neighbourhood stories’ from Vienna’s history. 
Episode 30 explores the life and work of Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky. 

Here is the link to this episode. 

 
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Tuesday, 5.5.2026, From 3.30 p.m. to 5.30 pm.

MAK × MSL Centre – MAK on Tour: The Frankfurt Kitchen turns 100


This year we are celebrating 100 years of the Frankfurt Kitchen!
To mark the occasion, the MSL Centre and the MAK (Museum of Applied Arts) are joining forces to offer guided tours on this day. 

Programme:
  • 3.30 p.m.: Guided tour of the MSL Zentrum
  • Followed by: Joint trip to the MAK by public transport 
  • 4.45 p.m.: Guided tour of the MSL Centre
  • approx. 5.30 p.m.: End

Further information on this event can be found here. 
 
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From May 5th until June 2nd 2026

Exhibition recommendation: A project by Susanne Kompast on 15 women resistance fighters...

..., who were interned at the Leopoldstadt District Prison on Schiffamtsgasse from 1941 onwards.

Venue: projektraum MAG3 / Schiffamtsgasse 17, 1020 Vienna 
Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 5 to 8 p.m.

Opening: Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 7 p.m.
Foreword: Gue Schmidt (projektraum MAG3)
On the exhibition: Dr Barbara Eder (philosopher)
 
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Friday, 24.4.2026, From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Urania Filmsoirée 2026: Irma & Irma. A film with Irma Mico and Irma Schwager


This year, the MSL Club is once again hosting a film soirée in cooperation with VHS Urania. The film screening and discussion are being held to commemorate the release of Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky from Aichach Prison. At the same time, we are continuing the tradition of film screenings at the Urania organised by the Women’s Committee, which was founded by Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky.

Film: Irma & Irma. A film with Irma Mico and Irma Schwager
Director: Hannes Gellner
French original with English subtitles

Location: VHS Wiener Urania, Uraniastraße 1, 1010 Vienna
Cost: €10
Further information about the event can be found here.
 
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In Memoriam: Evelyn Dürmayer

March 31st 1946 in Vienna, † March 22nd 2026 in Buenos Aires


We mourn the loss of our friend Evelyn Dürmayer. She attended the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in New York. She was then travelling to Buenos Aires, where she passed away unexpectedly shortly before her 80th birthday.
 
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Thursday, 26.3.2026, From 3.30 p.m. to 5.30 pm.

MAK × MSL Centre – MAK on Tour: The Frankfurt Kitchen turns 100


This year we are celebrating 100 years of the Frankfurt Kitchen!
To mark the occasion, the MSL Centre and the MAK (Museum of Applied Arts) are joining forces to offer guided tours on this day. 

Programme:
  • 3.30 p.m.: Guided tour of the MAK
  • Followed by: Joint trip to the Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky Centre by public transport 
  • 4.45 p.m.: Guided tour of the MSL Centre
  • approx. 5.30 p.m.: End

Further information on this event can be found here. 
 
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