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Planning a family visit to Schaulager

Essential information for exploring the Emanuel Hoffmann Foundation collection in Münchenstein.

The Schaulager serves as a hybrid institution for art storage and research, offering a distinct environment for visitors to engage with the Emanuel Hoffmann Foundation collection. If you are planning a visit with your family, we recommend checking the venue's official website for the latest details regarding exhibition access and age-appropriate programming.

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Family visits at Schaulager

Schaulager hosts recurring children's tours on Sundays, featuring interactive discovery sessions through current exhibitions.

Schaulager provides a unique opportunity for families to explore contemporary art through dedicated Sunday programming. These sessions are specifically designed for children aged 6 to 12, offering an interactive discovery experience within the venue's exhibitions. Guided tours allow children to engage with artist materials and media in an approachable way, with opportunities for parents to participate in the activities alongside them.

Recommended age: Ages 6–12

Family highlights

Free-of-charge guided tours for children
Interactive discovery sessions including activities
Offered in both German and English
Parents are invited to participate in the activities

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Useful expectations and practical guidance in one place

What children can see and do

Children engage in a 60-minute discovery tour through exhibitions, exploring artist materials and media. Tours include activities that allow parents to join alongside their children.

Age guidance

Tours are specifically designed for children aged 6 to 12 years.

Practical information

Children's tours are provided free of charge with no registration required. Tours are held on select Sundays in both German and English.

Family visits at Schaulager

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Schaulager offers engaging educational opportunities for younger visitors to explore art through guided discovery tours. Designed for children between 6 and 12 years old, these hour-long sessions provide an interactive way to experience the institution's exhibitions. Participation in these Sunday activities is free of charge, and no advance booking is required.

Family tour

Children's Tour

Ages 6–1260–60 minFree

An exciting discovery tour through the world of materials and media, focusing on how artists use simple materials or new technologies to create surprising worlds.

Age guidance: Recommended for children aged 6 to 12.

Practical information: Offered on Sundays; no registration required; free admission.

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