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Kunsthaus Baselland Exhibition Space

Your guide to contemporary art exhibitions and regional commissions in Münchenstein's Dreispitz district.

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Explore thought-provoking temporary exhibitions from regional and international artists at this award-winning art space. Kunsthaus Baselland offers guided tours, workshops, a library, and a welcoming café-bar in Basel's creative Dreispitz district.

An award-winning contemporary art museum in the Dreispitz district hosting diverse exhibitions, tours, creative workshops, and community events.

Kunsthaus Baselland
About Kunsthaus Baselland

Located in the creative Dreispitz district of Münchenstein, Kunsthaus Baselland is a leading venue for contemporary art. The institution showcases temporary exhibitions by both emerging and established regional and international artists. Visitors can engage deeply with these projects through curator-guided tours, hands-on workshops, and an onsite art library.

Exterior view of Kunsthaus Baselland showing the building facade with entrance ramp, large windows, and two tall concrete towers in the background
Kunsthaus Baselland opening hours in Basel

Check today’s opening status, weekly schedule, and special date changes for Kunsthaus Baselland. Use these opening hours to plan your arrival and avoid closed times in Basel.

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11:00-17:00
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Admission and Ticket Information for Kunsthaus Baselland

The Kunsthaus Baselland offers several admission options to accommodate its visitors in the Dreispitz district. Standard adult tickets are available alongside reduced admission rates for students. To support broad accessibility to contemporary art, the institution provides free admission for all visitors aged 26 and younger. These ticket categories ensure a flexible entry structure for those exploring the diverse exhibition program.

Adults
CHF 12.00
Reduced admission
CHF 9.00
Visitors aged 26 and younger
Free

Ages 26 and younger

Visitor amenities at Kunsthaus Baselland

The Kunsthaus Baselland is designed to be fully wheelchair accessible, providing inclusive facilities such as accessible restrooms and assistance dog support. Visitors can also enjoy guided sensory tours or make use of available seating throughout the exhibition spaces. While accessibility features are prioritized, please note that on-site wheelchair parking is not available and some support services, such as video subtitles, are provided on a limited basis.

Wheelchair toilet

Available

Assistance dogs welcome

Available

Subtitles

Limited

Wheelchair accessible

Available
Family visits at Kunsthaus Baselland

Families visiting Kunsthaus Baselland can participate in the recurring Family Sunday programme held on the last Sunday of each month. This experience offers playful exhibition tours followed by open-ended studio sessions where participants explore contemporary art through creative making. The activities are designed for children from age 4 and up when accompanied by an adult.

Recommended age: Ages 4+

On the last Sunday of every month, families can enjoy the Family Sunday programme featuring tours and creative studio workshops.

Why families will enjoy it

  • Monthly Family Sunday events on the last Sunday of each month
  • Interactive and playful guided tours of contemporary art
  • Walk-in studio sessions with flexible participation times
  • Free admission for children and accompanying adults

Activities and resources for children

Family program

Family Sunday

Ages 4+Free

A monthly programme featuring tours and creative art making.

Museum Access at Kunsthaus Baselland

Visitors to the Kunsthaus Baselland in the Dreispitz district can utilize valid museum passes to facilitate their entry. Depending on the specific pass held, access to exhibitions may be included as part of the membership benefits, though conditions such as potential additional charges for special programming or reservation requirements may apply.

Kunsthaus Baselland Location in Dreispitz

Kunsthaus Baselland is situated on Helsinki-Strasse in the creative Dreispitz district of Münchenstein. This location within a rapidly developing cultural and design hub provides an ideal setting for the museum's cutting-edge contemporary art exhibitions. Visitors can easily explore the surrounding artistic neighborhood before or after viewing the current collection.

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Helsinki-Strasse 5

4142 Münchenstein

Dreispitz, Basel-Landschaft, CH

Planning Your Visit to Kunsthaus Baselland

Planning a visit to Kunsthaus Baselland in the Dreispitz district of Münchenstein lets you engage with rotating contemporary art installations. Visitors should allocate sufficient time to explore the current temporary exhibitions and regional commissions. Checking the scheduled programs before your arrival helps to easily structure your time at the venue.

Planning Your Visit to Kunsthaus Baselland

The Contemporary Art Experience at Kunsthaus Baselland

Kunsthaus Baselland serves as a vibrant cultural hub for contemporary art in the Dreispitz district of Münchenstein. The institution presents cutting-edge temporary exhibitions and performances by emerging and established international artists. Visitors can explore these thought-provoking works through curator-guided tours, creative workshops, and family programming. This dynamic experience is enriched by an onsite art library, a curated shop, and a welcoming café-bar. The inclusive venue was recognized with a Special Commendation at the European Museum of the Year Awards 2026.

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Yanik Soland Contemporary Sound Art Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

A multidisciplinary presentation merging sculpture and performance.

Explore a newly conceived artistic arrangement that challenges traditional perceptions of sound. This presentation brings together the physical and acoustic research of Basel artist Yanik Soland.

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The Eva Lootz Contemporary Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland
From Sep 25, 2025

The Eva Lootz Contemporary Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

First solo exhibition in a German-speaking country.

Explore a diverse selection of works by artist Eva Lootz, including video, photography, and site-specific installations. The exhibition features thought-provoking pieces addressing memory, nature, and material properties.

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Regionale 26 Contemporary Art Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland
From Nov 29, 2025

Regionale 26 Contemporary Art Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

Exploring cross-border connections through contemporary art installations.

Discover works by seventeen international artists residing in the tri-national Basel area. This collaborative annual exhibition explores the concept of permeability through large-scale installations, textiles, and video.

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Another Birth Graduation Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland
From Aug 28, 2026

Another Birth Graduation Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

A contemporary group show featuring emerging HGK Basel artists.

Explore the culminating works of nearly fifty graduating bachelor’s and master’s students as they transition to the professional art scene. Spanning two floors, this group show features contemporary and installation art co-curated by Annette Amberg and Chus Martínez.

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Watercolor illustration of Monira Al Qadiri's large iridescent inflatable sculpture resembling a deep-sea creature, with a tiny human figure for scale.

Monira Al Qadiri Contemporary Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

A striking site-specific installation addressing ecology and oil dependence.

Discover a powerful visual intervention exploring the ecological and social consequences of global resource dependence. Curated by Ines Goldbach, this installation challenges perspectives on contemporary environmental realities.

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May 21, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026

Mémoires Voyageuses Contemporary Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

Eight international artists exploring memory and post-colonial narratives.

Discover a thought-provoking contemporary art exhibition featuring sculpture, video, and textile installations. Learn how these diverse mediums challenge traditional historical records by focusing on personal memory, oral traditions, and speculative storytelling.

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Senses Enchanted: New Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

Discover 'Senses Enchanted' at Kunsthaus Baselland, a compelling new exhibition exploring the relationship between perception, art, and architecture. Featuring works from the 'la Caixa' Foundation Contemporary Art Collection alongside regional artists, the show invites visitors to engage their senses and experience the galleries in entirely new ways.

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New exhibition by Yanik Soland at Kunsthaus Baselland

New exhibition by Yanik Soland at Kunsthaus Baselland

Kunsthaus Baselland presents the first institutional solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Yanik Soland. The exhibition, titled 'Walking on Rubber Eggshells', explores the intersections of sound, sculpture, and performance through an immersive, site-specific installation. Visitors can experience a unique sonic landscape where architecture becomes an instrument, running from September 25 to November 15, 2026.

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Annual Graduation Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

Annual Graduation Exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland

Kunsthaus Baselland presents 'Another Birth', the annual graduation exhibition for bachelor's and master's students from the Institute Art Gender Nature HGK Basel FHNW. The show features new works by nearly fifty emerging artists across both floors of the museum. This significant event marks the transition of these new talents into the professional art world and includes a curated program of tours and performances.

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Exploring Mémoires Voyageuses at Kunsthaus Baselland

Exploring Mémoires Voyageuses at Kunsthaus Baselland

The exhibition Mémoires Voyageuses brings together works by eight international artists to explore the fragile nature of memory and identity. Through diverse media—from textile art to speculative digital installations—the artists investigate how personal and collective histories are formed, preserved, and sometimes reimagined. Visitors are invited to reflect on storytelling, displacement, and the possibilities of envisioning a shared future.

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New exhibition: Sounding the Interior at Kunsthaus Baselland

New exhibition: Sounding the Interior at Kunsthaus Baselland

Discover 'Sounding the Interior,' a thoughtful dual-artist exhibition by Tamara Al-Samerraei and Mireille Blanc. The exhibition explores domestic spaces and memory through large-scale painting, inviting visitors to reflect on the tension between internal thought and the external world. Join us for this evocative look at how personal history and fleeting moments are captured on canvas.

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New exhibition by Monira Al Qadiri at Kunsthaus Baselland

New exhibition by Monira Al Qadiri at Kunsthaus Baselland

Discover a major new installation by Berlin-based artist Monira Al Qadiri, featured in the foyer at Kunsthaus Baselland. This project explores our global dependence on oil through a critical lens, blending visual artistry with ecological and social commentary on the environment.

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Regionale 26: Exploring Permeability at Kunsthaus Baselland

Regionale 26: Exploring Permeability at Kunsthaus Baselland

Regionale 26 brings together seventeen international and regional artists for a diverse group exhibition focused on the concept of permeability. Spanning the new Kunsthaus Baselland, the TransBona Hall, and Atelier Mondial, the installations challenge borders and explore socio-cultural, ecological, and architectural themes. Visitors can experience a rich variety of media including sound, film, sculpture, and large-scale textile works.

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Major exhibition of works by Eva Lootz at Kunsthaus Baselland

Major exhibition of works by Eva Lootz at Kunsthaus Baselland

Kunsthaus Baselland presents an extensive exhibition of the pioneering artist Eva Lootz, developed in collaboration with the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. The show explores the artist's influential career, spanning from her early works in 1970s Spain to her recent explorations of materiality and political resilience. Visitors can experience a wide range of media, including sculpture, photography, and site-specific installations, through May 2026.

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Kunsthaus Baselland FAQs: Timing, Parking, and Practicalities

Planning a trip to Kunsthaus Baselland in Basel's Dreispitz district? You can leave your car at home since there is no parking, and make sure you do not show up on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday when the doors are firmly shut. From Thursday to Sunday, however, we have all the timing details you need to enjoy contemporary art.

What are the weekend opening hours for Kunsthaus Baselland?

Kunsthaus Baselland is open on weekends from 11:00 to 17:00 on both Saturdays and Sundays.

Is Kunsthaus Baselland open on Mondays?

No, Kunsthaus Baselland is closed on Mondays. The venue is also closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

What time does Kunsthaus Baselland close on visiting days?

Kunsthaus Baselland closes at 17:00. This closing time applies on all operating days from Thursday through Sunday.

What are the regular opening hours of Kunsthaus Baselland?

Kunsthaus Baselland is open from Thursday to Sunday between 11:00 and 17:00. The venue is closed from Monday to Wednesday.

Planning Your Visit to Kunsthaus Baselland

Planning a visit to Kunsthaus Baselland in the Dreispitz district of Basel is straightforward, with several amenities in place to ensure a comfortable visitor experience. The entire contemporary-art venue is wheelchair accessible, including an on-site accessible toilet, though visitors requiring wheelchair parking should contact the venue in advance to coordinate assistance. Inside the galleries, seating is available in select areas, and collapsible stools are provided for comfort while viewing the exhibitions. Visitors are welcome to bring their own food and drinks to consume in the foyer, and assistance dogs are permitted throughout the facility. For those arriving via public transport, the Münchenstein Freilager tram stop is located nearby, and accessible or sensory tours can be arranged.

Planning Your Visit to Kunsthaus Baselland

Located in the Dreispitz district of Münchenstein, Kunsthaus Baselland is a highly accommodating destination for contemporary art lovers, solo travelers, couples, and groups. The contemporary art museum is strongly committed to accessibility, offering wheelchair-friendly facilities, sensory tours, and subtitled exhibition videos to ensure a welcoming experience for all guests. Families with children can take advantage of hands-on creative workshops and special community events, while all visitors can enjoy practical conveniences such as available seating stools and a friendly foyer space. An onsite art library, a design shop, and a café-bar make it easy to tailor the visit to your own pace.

Kunsthaus Baselland Gallery and Architecture Preview

Explore the unique design of Kunsthaus Baselland in Basel's Dreispitz district. These images showcase the venue's contemporary architecture, highlighting its distinct concrete facade, modern entrance ramp, and terrace sculptures. These visuals offer a preview of the creative exhibition spaces and engaging art programs that await visitors.

Modern building exterior with 'Haus der elektronischen Künste Basel' signage on a low wall, white sculptural installation on the terrace, blue sky and clouds above
Exterior view of Kunsthaus Baselland showing the building facade with entrance ramp, large windows, and two tall concrete towers in the background
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