Creative gateways for children and adolescents

By and for young people aged between 15 and 25: The Fondation Beyeler is hosting two-month courses under the heading Art Lab. They enable adolescents and young adults to participate in exclusive guided tours of current exhibitions and to conduct projects of their own. Participants also become members of the Young Art Club, which allows them free access to the museum. On completion of their first project, they receive a certificate of participation for their CV. Participation is free of charge. Prior registration is, however, required.

Mon–Sun: 10:00–18:00
Wed: 10:00–20:00

Further information: Fondation Beyeler

The Cartoonmuseum spotlights the world of comics, cartoons und animated films. In connection with each exhibition, a workshop is conducted on a Sunday afternoon between 2 and 4 pm. It enables children and young adults to explore the exhibition, try their hand at these arts and, with the help of dedicated staff members, produce comics of their own. All children from the age of eight upwards are welcome. There will even be a snack offered – meaning added energy for the drawing process. Registration is required.

Tue–Sun: 11:00–17:00 

Details at: Cartoon Museum 

Taking a look at what makes computers run, programming games, inventing 3D creatures or trying out robotics – BitFabrik enables children and adolescents aged between 9 and 14 to discover the world of digital design. A new topic is explored each time, with things being developed, rejected and created anew.  BitFabrik is held on one Saturday per month. Registration is required.

Wed & Fri: 12:00–18:00
Thu: 12:00–20:00
Sat & Sun: 12:00–17:00

Further information and registration at: HEK

What is paper actually made of? And when was it first used to produce a book? At the Basler Papiermühle museum, all those over the age of six not only find answers to such questions, but can also try their hand at paper-making themselves. What makes it even more special is that the museum shows craft techniques on original machines that are very rarely found today. The programme, called Mitmachstationen, is open throughout the opening hours of the museum.

Tue–Fri: 11:00–17:00 

Sat: 13:00–17:00 

Sun: 11:00–17:00 

Further details: Basler Papiermühle

For youngsters interested in natural history and aged between 11 and 16, the KITZ-Club could prove to be just the thing. It starts in September and ends in June the following year. Throughout this period, children and adolescents can hold discussions with experts and assist the museum staff during events. They can also introduce visitors to the museum at certain events and receive exclusive insights behind the scenes of the museum. KITZ-Club members have free access to the museum. Registration is required.

Tue–Sun: 10:00–17:00

Further information: Naturhistorisches Museum 

Augusta Raurica, once a Roman town, today comprises the largest openair archaeological site in Switzerland. All those aged six and above can take part in guided tours and visit a current archaeological excavation project. The youngsters are escorted by archaeologists, which gives them the opportunity to discuss matters of interest with a pro. Registration is required ten working days before the planned visit at the latest. Children have to be accompanied by an adult. Participation is free of charge.

Mon–Sun: 10:00–17:00

Further details and registration at: Augusta Raurica