The "Pleasures and Vices" exhibition invites you to explore the universal human need for pleasure throughout history. Discover how our ancestors sought indulgence amidst societal norms, examining the diverse means of enjoyment across time and cultures. This unique display prompts reflection on the delicate boundary between pleasure and vice, shaped by different eras.
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Discover the desires, passions, and humor of our ancestors in this exhibition exploring the universal human need for pleasure. It delves into the diverse means of indulgence that have emerged across time and space, examining the shifting boundaries between pleasure and vice as defined by different eras.
The exhibition 'Pleasures and Vices' invites visitors to explore the desires, passions, and humor of our ancestors, who often sought moments of relief and pleasure amidst daily toils, societal norms, and insecurities. It highlights the universal human drive for physically pleasurable sensations and the ingenuity employed throughout evolution to explore and induce physical bliss. The exhibition examines the countless means of indulgence that have emerged across time and space, uniting pleasure-seekers throughout the ages. It acknowledges that the boundary between pleasure and vice is delicate and has been shaped by the moral standards and cultural backgrounds of each era, prompting reflection on those who succumbed to temptation.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the box office. Admission to the Ethnographic Museum is free on Sundays, May 10, 2026. Specific prices apply for adults, reduced categories, school excursions, and children. Free admission applies to persons with severe disabilities and holders of certain cards. Purchased e-tickets are valid for 30 days for one-time entry and cannot be returned or changed. Photography for non-commercial purposes is included in the ticket price. Note: The Ethnographic Museum will be CLOSED for operational reasons from May 25 to May 27, 2026. Specific extended opening hours apply on May 22-23, 2026 (10:00 - 22:00). Standard opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 - 18:00, closed on Mondays. It is stated that 'Closed today, reopens tomorrow at 10:00', which implies current closure or a future opening state for the day of visit context, but the provided dates confirm the exhibition duration and general availability for its run time after April 2, 2025, through October 31, 2027. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The 'Buy it' section refers to a related publication, not direct exhibition entry tickets, though the 'Entrance fees' section provides the relevant ticketing details for museum entry which grants access to the exhibition during its operating hours. The date of free admission on May 10, 2026, is specific and does not apply generally to Sundays outside of that date, but the general Sunday admission is free for children up to 15 accompanied by an adult. The provided ticket prices cover the 'Whole building' which implies museum entry, granting access to the exhibition. The publication details are separate from admission to the exhibition itself, though it is offered as a related purchase. Information on adjusted opening hours and closures is also provided as relevant visitor context, alongside details about photography policies and ticket validity.
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