Experience a unique perspective on cultural history at MUKS Riehen with this permanent exhibition dedicated to games and toys. Visitors of all ages can engage with interactive dream bubbles and shadow-play areas while exploring diverse themes like dreaming, living, and cheating. The collection showcases fascinating historical toys alongside everyday items to reveal the deep creative impact of play across generations.
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This permanent exhibition invites visitors on an interactive journey through the various facets of play. It explores diverse themes such as dreaming, living, and the art of cheating, while showcasing fascinating toys and everyday items from the past.
The 'Play' (Spiel) exhibition is a permanent fixture at the MUKS in Riehen, designed as an immersive exploration of the world of toys and human playfulness. Visitors are encouraged to engage with a variety of historical toys and interactive stations that cover themes such as 'Dreaming,' 'Living,' and 'Cheating.' The exhibition blends the presentation of everyday objects with clever inventions, aiming to entertain while providing visitors with new knowledge and creative insights. Beyond just showcasing historical playthings, the exhibition fosters a participative experience. It encourages guests to contemplate their own relationship with play, asking thought-provoking questions about their favorite professions or their own experiences with games. Through interactive elements like dream bubbles and shadow-play areas, the exhibition offers a dynamic space where the boundaries between the past and present are explored through the lens of play.
Please refer to the museum's official website for information regarding admission fees and opening hours for the permanent exhibitions at MUKS Riehen. Entry to the exhibition is subject to the general museum admission policy and guidelines for visitors of all ages.
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