Children and Youth (up to 16 years)Free
Up to 16 years old
MUKS explores the worlds of culture and play through engaging permanent and temporary exhibits. Visitors can dive into themed playrooms like dreaming, living, and cheating, or explore regional history through dedicated historical showcases and outdoor courtyard activities.
This museum in Riehen focuses on play and cultural history, offering interactive permanent exhibition rooms and diverse temporary exhibitions for all ages.
Located in Riehen, MUKS – Museum Kultur & Spiel Riehen is a cultural institution bridging play, history, and community. The permanent exhibition invites visitors of all ages to explore interactive themed rooms dedicated to the history of play. Additionally, the venue hosts temporary exhibitions on regional history and offers a lively courtyard for seasonal family events and workshops.
Located on Baselstrasse in the municipality of Riehen, Basel-Stadt, MUKS – Museum Kultur & Spiel Riehen is situated in a charming setting just outside Basel. The museum features a welcoming open courtyard and garden space, making it an ideal destination for families. This central location provides an accessible and relaxing environment to explore the history of play and local culture.
Baselstrasse 34
4125 Riehen
Basel-Stadt, CH
MUKS – Museum Kultur & Spiel Riehen offers an engaging visitor experience in Riehen that bridges play, local history, and community. The museum's permanent exhibition, titled "Spiel" (Play), features interactive themed environments such as dreaming, living, and cheating designed for all generations. Alongside these creative playrooms, the venue hosts temporary exhibitions focusing on regional history. The museum also serves as an active social hub, featuring an open courtyard and garden that host seasonal open-air events, family-friendly summer programs, and cultural workshops.
Interactive history tour inside the former mayoral residence.
Learn about Basel mayor Johann Rudolf Wettstein in his actual historic residence. Listen to eight audio-drama stations that narrate his significant achievements and lasting political impact. Enjoy a themed self-guided tour through a preserved heritage location.
Wettstein Exhibition
A permanent display tracing social evolution from past to present.
Delve into the eventful history of Riehen through personal stories and interactive displays. Learn how this unique border town has shaped the lives of its residents over generations, bridging historical perspectives with the present day.
Village Exhibition
Immersive historical games and family-friendly thematic spaces.
Journey through the history of toys at MUKS Riehen. Engage with creative stations covering themes from dreaming to the art of cheating. View a collection of classic playthings and historical objects that highlight human playfulness.
Play Exhibition
A research-based documentary project on Swiss welfare history.
Delve into the overlooked histories of individuals affected by state coercion in Switzerland. This presentation explores biographical testimonies and institutional records to uncover key regional archives.
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The moving legacy of a post-war Jewish sanctuary.
Delve into the daily lives, traditions, and resilience of La Charmille's residents. This exhibition presents historical research, personal photographs, and survivor interviews that honor a vital sanctuary in Riehen.
Exhibition DetailsVisual previews of MUKS – Museum Kultur & Spiel Riehen capture the charm of its historic home in Riehen. Images showcase a bright, traditional white facade decorated with green shutters, half-timbered gables, and a pointed turret. The cobblestone courtyard and entrance gates invite families to explore the interactive exhibitions waiting inside.
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