Toy Worlds Museum Basel regularly hosts special exhibitions that provide fresh perspectives on our extensive collection of dolls, miniatures, and historic playthings. These temporary showcases allow visitors to delve deeper into specific themes related to the world of toys. We recommend checking our official channels for the most recent updates on current and upcoming exhibition schedules.
Explore historical gadget canes with hidden compartments and tools.
Examine more than 250 system canes from the 18th and 19th centuries. Discover ingenious devices like clarinet canes, fans, and sewing kits hidden within these historical artifacts at Toy Worlds Museum Basel.
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Discover female pioneers shaping the history of play.
See how pioneering women designed educational board games, traditional dolls, and iconic plush toys. Admission is CHF 7 for adults and free for children up to 16 years old at Toy Worlds Museum Basel.
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Discover vintage Advent calendars and 19th-century holiday craftsmanship.
Learn about the evolution of holiday countdowns through historical artifacts and pull-out designs. Engage with creative interactive stations presenting the rich seasonal heritage of the Alfred Dünnenberger collection.
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Discover the origins of a holiday legend.
Trace the cultural transformation of Saint Nicholas into Santa Claus through a unique historical collection. View international depictions, Victorian candy containers, and classic holiday decorations.
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Discover how a childhood toy became a design icon.
Follow the fascinating journey of the teddy bear from its 1907 craze to modern popular culture. See how Winnie-the-Pooh, Paddington, and other famous characters shaped global design and personal comfort. This Basel display offers a deep look into cultural history.
Teddy Bear Exhibition
Explore seasonal holiday ornaments, postcards, and porcelain figurines.
Discover the cultural evolution of winter celebrations at Toy Worlds Museum Basel. View historical ornaments and delicate porcelain Snowbabies alongside a curated winter selection by Swiss artist Silas Kreienbühl. Immerse yourself in the artistic heritage of festive holiday traditions.
White Christmas Exhibition
An interactive augmented reality journey through the history of play.
Learn about the developmental importance of play through animated historic objects and specialized narration tracks. This presentation utilizes modern technology to animate the museum's historic collection of toys. Visitors can actively participate in interactive installations, including a custom bowling alley.
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Discover the cultural impact of blue jeans and textile art.
Explore a curated selection of 125 objects showcasing the evolution of denim fabric. From its roots in working-class history to contemporary art collaborations with Liza Snook, see how denim transformed global culture.
Denim ExhibitionExplore historical gadget canes with hidden compartments and tools.
Examine more than 250 system canes from the 18th and 19th centuries. Discover ingenious devices like clarinet canes, fans, and sewing kits hidden within these historical artifacts at Toy Worlds Museum Basel.
Exhibition DetailsDiscover female pioneers shaping the history of play.
See how pioneering women designed educational board games, traditional dolls, and iconic plush toys. Admission is CHF 7 for adults and free for children up to 16 years old at Toy Worlds Museum Basel.
Exhibition DetailsDiscover vintage Advent calendars and 19th-century holiday craftsmanship.
Learn about the evolution of holiday countdowns through historical artifacts and pull-out designs. Engage with creative interactive stations presenting the rich seasonal heritage of the Alfred Dünnenberger collection.
View Exhibition DetailsDiscover the origins of a holiday legend.
Trace the cultural transformation of Saint Nicholas into Santa Claus through a unique historical collection. View international depictions, Victorian candy containers, and classic holiday decorations.
Exhibition DetailsDiscover how a childhood toy became a design icon.
Follow the fascinating journey of the teddy bear from its 1907 craze to modern popular culture. See how Winnie-the-Pooh, Paddington, and other famous characters shaped global design and personal comfort. This Basel display offers a deep look into cultural history.
Teddy Bear ExhibitionExplore seasonal holiday ornaments, postcards, and porcelain figurines.
Discover the cultural evolution of winter celebrations at Toy Worlds Museum Basel. View historical ornaments and delicate porcelain Snowbabies alongside a curated winter selection by Swiss artist Silas Kreienbühl. Immerse yourself in the artistic heritage of festive holiday traditions.
White Christmas ExhibitionAn interactive augmented reality journey through the history of play.
Learn about the developmental importance of play through animated historic objects and specialized narration tracks. This presentation utilizes modern technology to animate the museum's historic collection of toys. Visitors can actively participate in interactive installations, including a custom bowling alley.
Exhibition DetailsDiscover the cultural impact of blue jeans and textile art.
Explore a curated selection of 125 objects showcasing the evolution of denim fabric. From its roots in working-class history to contemporary art collaborations with Liza Snook, see how denim transformed global culture.
Denim Exhibition
Celebrating Swiss culture through ninety years of character history.
Discover how a simple promotional concept became a beloved Swiss cultural icon. View archival book illustrations and participate in interactive puzzles designed for children and families. Learn about the creative process behind the stories.
Globi Exhibition BaselImmerse yourself in the exceptional museum exhibitions of Basel.
Plan your cultural journey by exploring a wide array of exhibitions across Basel. Discover how local museums present outstanding collections of classic art, contemporary designs, and heritage displays in various venues throughout the city.
