Museum Tinguely

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Museum in Basel devoted to the kinetic works of Jean Tinguely, housing the world’s largest collection of his machines and sculptures; noted for its Mario Botta architecture and scenic location on the Rhine adjacent to Solitude Park.

Paul Sacher-Anlage 1 4058
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Art~6 events/monthUSD 10–40

Upcoming Events (14)

Free

Late Thursday

Thu, 25 Jun 2026atAll day

Attend the vernissage 'Late Thursday' at Museum Tinguely in Basel for the opening of a contemporary-art show. An intimate museum evening with new works, artist talks, and a curated atmosphere as visitors mingle among sculpture and kinetic pieces starting at 6pm.

Free

Extra Muros | Theaterplatzquartier walks

Wed, 1 Jul 2026atAll day

Join the Extra Muros Theaterplatzquartier walks at Museum Tinguely for the Basel vernissage of a new edition. A guided art walk that blends outdoor Theaterplatzquartier installations with museum works, offering an inspiring, intellectual morning of contemporary art.

1535 CHF

Curator's Tour | Angelica Mesiti

Thu, 23 Jul 2026atAll day

Join a curator-led tour of Angelica Mesiti's exhibition at Museum Tinguely in Basel, offering insightful context on the artist's immersive contemporary works. A guided introduction to the show during the opening vernissage, blending art history with the gallery's playful vibe.

Vernissage Nicolas Darrot

Thu, 6 Aug 2026atAll day

Opening night for Nicolas Darrot's new exhibition at Museum Tinguely in Basel. An elevated vernissage presenting contemporary works, with artist talks, subtle installations, and a first glance at Darrot's latest pieces in the iconic Basel venue.

Guided tour for visually impaired visitors

Sat, 15 Aug 2026atAll day

An accessible guided tour at Museum Tinguely designed for visually impaired and blind visitors, offering sensory-focused insights into the current exhibition in an inclusive indoor setting.

Free

Performance Stilllaut

Sun, 23 Aug 2026atAll day

Opening vernissage for Performance Stilllaut at Museum Tinguely in Basel. A live art-performance blending sound and movement with contemporary works, inviting visitors to experience a bold, immersive dialogue as the show debuts.

Free

Public guided tour in sign language

Thu, 27 Aug 2026atAll day

Public guided tour in sign language at Museum Tinguely during the vernissage, offering an accessible, insightful walk through the current contemporary-art exhibition in Basel.

Free

Roche 'n' Jazz

Fri, 28 Aug 2026atAll day

Roche 'n' Jazz kicks off with a museum vernissage at Museum Tinguely in Basel, pairing a contemporary art opening with live jazz for an elegant, artsy evening that blends Roche's culture with Basel's vibrant arts scene.

Free

Guided tour with machTheater

Sun, 20 Sept 2026atAll day

Join a guided tour with machTheater during the vernissage at Museum Tinguely in Basel. Discover the current exhibition in a dynamic, theater-infused walkthrough that brings the kinetic sculptures and works to life.

Free

Late Thursday

Thu, 24 Sept 2026atAll day

Vernissage night at Museum Tinguely for Late Thursday, opening a new contemporary-art display. The evening features a Sound Bar program starting at 6:00 PM in Basel, pairing art with a curated sonic backdrop.

Free

Extra Muros | Theaterplatzquartier walks

Sat, 3 Oct 2026atAll day

Experience Extra Muros: Theaterplatzquartier walks at Museum Tinguely in Basel—a vernissage and guided walk opening new art in Theaterplatzquartier. Stroll the city’s squares around the museum, hear artist insights, and enjoy an intimate urban art experience.

Free

Vernissage Nicolas Darrot

Thu, 5 Nov 2026atAll day

Join the opening Vernissage Nicolas Darrot at Museum Tinguely in Basel for the debut of the artist's latest works. A contemporary art showcase in a vibrant museum setting, with premiere pieces and gallery atmosphere.

Curator's Tour | Nicolas Darrot

Thu, 12 Nov 2026atAll day

Join a curator-led tour with Nicolas Darrot at Museum Tinguely. An intimate, expert-guided walkthrough of the artist's works in Basel's iconic museum, offering fresh insights into contemporary sculpture and curatorial practice.

Free

Inclusion Day | Learning

Sun, 15 Nov 2026atAll day

Inclusion Day: Learning at Museum Tinguely features the opening of a new inclusive art exhibition. Join a vernissage with curator tours, talks, and activities that invite reflection on accessibility and community through contemporary sculpture in Basel.