The Federal Office of Culture (FOC) is the expert authority of the Swiss Confederation for cultural policy, cultural promotion, and the preservation of culture. It supports cultural work (art, film), manages museums and collections, promotes cultural heritage and encourages cultural education.

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  • Max van Berchem image collection

    Swiss National Library NL
    Education, culture and sport

    Born in Geneva in 1863, Max van Berchem was an Orientalist, specialist in Islamic archaeology and photographer. He travelled to Egypt, Palestine, Syria and Turkey to carry out...

    Last updated: October 5, 2020

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  • Eduard Spelterini image collection

    Swiss National Library NL
    Education, culture and sport

    Between 1890 and 1910 Eduard Spelterini (1852-1931) undertook a number of travels by balloon over Switzerland and other countries. While doing this, he took photographs from...

    Last updated: February 2, 2016

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