Discover the intersection of art, technology, and society. HEK showcases cutting-edge digital culture, software-based creations, and interactive installations, offering a space to discuss and learn about our digitized world.
A contemporary art museum exploring digital culture, net art, and software-based creative practices through exhibitions and education.

HEK – House of Electronic Arts in Münchenstein is Switzerland’s dedicated museum for digital culture and contemporary art created with modern technologies. The institution focuses on a diverse range of media, showcasing thought-provoking software art, net art, and interactive media installations. Visitors can engage with rotating thematic exhibitions that investigate the social implications of our digitized world. Guests can also participate in creative workshops and discover a unique collection dedicated to preserving digital art.

Founded in 2011 on the Dreispitz warehouse site, HEK – House of Electronic Arts established itself in Münchenstein to explore contemporary digital culture. Under director Sabine Himmelsbach, appointed in 2012, the institution relocated to an expanded facility at Freilager-Platz in 2014. Recognized as one of the **most beautiful museums in Switzerland** by the Swiss Heritage Society in 2016, the museum later secured its operations with cantonal support in 2018.
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