Exploring Emil Ferris at Cartoonmuseum Basel: Sunday Guided Tours and Exhibition Highlights
Visitors interested in the intersection of narrative art and contemporary comics can experience a comprehensive retrospective dedicated to US artist Emil Ferris at the Cartoonmuseum Basel. Known for her acclaimed graphic novel My Favorite Thing Is Monsters, Ferris has significantly expanded the expressive language of the comic medium through intricate drawings and multilayered storytelling.
Sunday Guided Tours and Exhibition Insights
To help visitors engage deeply with the artwork, the museum hosts dedicated Sunday guided tours (Sonntagsführungen). These sessions offer a closer look at the artist's creative process, her distinctive working methods, and the background stories behind her compelling narratives.
Scheduled tours take place from 14:00 to 15:00 on selected dates throughout the exhibition run, including:
- July 19, 2026
- August 16, 2026
- September 6, 2026
- October 25, 2026
Participation is available without prior registration, making it an accessible option for spontaneous visitors exploring cultural offerings in the city. Additional events and formats are also scheduled during the exhibition period. You can plan your cultural itinerary further by checking what else is available across the city on Musemap (musemap.art), where you can browse museums or search for specific events and exhibitions.
