Huge celebration in the inner city: Haus der Musik turns 25!

Huge celebration in the inner city: Haus der Musik turns 25!

The House of Music in the inner city recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. An impressive 5.5 million people have visited the popular museum since it opened. The festive celebration not only featured a delicious cake, but also a special program and an impressive mural by Johann Strauss, which thrilled the guests. The celebrations were all about music and sharing joy in the city's cultural heritage.

But it's not just the inner city where the celebrations take place; Big changes are coming in Liesing. A new health center will be built there, which will be the largest of its kind in the city. Construction of the health center in Fröhlichgasse will begin in autumn 2025, reports Today. At a cost of around 50 million euros and a construction period of three years, this privately financed center will offer space for up to 5,000 people. The focus is on health insurance benefits, which is particularly important for residents.

Medical care for everyone

The “MIA Health Center” is housed on twelve floors and promises high-quality medical care close to home. The CEO of PORR, Karl-Heinz Strauss, emphasizes the great need for medical services in the south of Vienna and the importance of the project for healthcare in Liesing. Particular attention is also paid to the planned greening of the facade, which brings both aesthetic and practical advantages.

The uniqueness of this center is that only one discipline will be represented in the center at a time. From preventive advice, diagnostics, therapy to aftercare – the offers are diverse and should be optimally tailored to the needs of the patient. Accessibility via the express train is practical, which makes the journey easier and makes the center a contact point for many.

Art as health promotion

While Lieisng's health care is being expanded on a large scale, cultural health promotion also plays a major role. Museums are often not perceived as health care facilities, but they can make a significant contribution to improving well-being. The “Healthy Museum” project, which Healthy Austria Fund aims to make museums accessible to older people and promote the associated health benefits, particularly for those affected by loneliness.

Older people in particular, who have little experience with museum visits and who may suffer from dementia or depression, should be targeted through different programs. The initiative promotes exchange between different institutions and is already planning an art education program to prevent dementia. Planned activities include a needs assessment and the implementation of course cycles to create a health-promoting environment in museums.

With these exciting developments – be it in the cultural sector or in healthcare – Vienna offers its citizens numerous opportunities to not only enjoy life in the city, but also to actively shape and improve it. It is clear from various areas: Vienna is ready for the future!