Cezanne

Engaging Cezanne-focused talks tying the Fondation Beyeler exhibition to the artist's evolving style. Three Wednesday-evening sessions hosted by Volkshochschule beider Basel in Riehen, 18:00–20:00, starting May 6, 2026, offering insightful art history in German.

Helen Frankenthaler oder die Poesie abstrakter Malerei

A Basel-based art course exploring Helen Frankenthaler and the poetry of abstract painting, including an excursion to the Kunstmuseum Basel's special exhibition; three sessions from mid-May, Mondays 18:15–20:00.

Die gotischen Kathedralen Frankreichs

Four-session evening course at Volkshochschule beider Basel exploring the Gothic cathedrals of France, examining architecture, history and stylistic evolution through expert lectures on Mondays from 01.06.2026, 18:15–20:00, in Basel.

Kunst im Kloster Schönthal und Skulpturenpark

Embark on a day trip from Volkshochschule beider Basel to Kunst im Kloster Schönthal and the Skulpturenpark, blending sculpture viewing with a monastery setting and a nature stroll. The excursion runs 10:15–16:00 with meeting point at VHS Basel on 14 June 2026.

Kurt Schwitters – Grenzgänger der künstlerischen Avantgarde

Join a course and excursion exploring Kurt Schwitters’ boundary-pushing art, tying Basel sessions to the Bern exhibition at ZPK. Three Wednesday evening sessions starting 28.04.2026 at VHS Basel, delving into avant-garde techniques and the artist’s cross-border impact.

Aquarellmalerei: Ab in den Garten

Five-session watercolor workshop 'Aquarellmalerei: Ab in den Garten' at VHSBB Basel, starting 24 August 2026; Mondays 18:15–19:45, Basel, offering hands-on instruction in a friendly adult-education setting.

Mythos Magnum

Explore the Magnum photo agency and its iconic photojournalism in a Basel VHS course: a 4-session series starting 01.09.2026, Tuesdays 18:15–20:00. Analyze master images and learn storytelling through photography.

Sonntagsführungen: Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Join a Sunday guided tour at Naturhistorisches Museum Basel as you explore the Wildlife Photographer of the Year special exhibition, uncovering stories behind striking animal portraits and breathtaking landscapes.

Wednesday matinée: beautifully spiritual

Explore the Christmas exhibition beautifully spiritual as a guided morning tour at Museum der Kulturen Basel. Candles, mantras, and meditation insights accompany curated artefacts, with curator Tabea Buri sharing how spiritual practices are expressed through art and objects.

Curator's tour

Guided curator-led tour at Cartoonmuseum Basel exploring the life and work of Argentinian cartoonist José Muñoz. This major retrospective showcases his black-and-white strips and social critique, and connects his archive to his love of music and dance, led by curator Anette G.

Wednesday Matinee: Pierre Huyghe Wiederholend

Late Thursday

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.

Public guided tour: Manfred Weil: Life!

Join a public guided tour of the Dreiländermuseum's 'Manfred Weil: Life!' led with insights from Schulamith Weil, the artist’s daughter. Discover the life and works of Manfred Weil and explore themes of his career through the exhibition.

Körpersprache

Explore body language through contemporary artworks at Kulturhaus Palazzo Kunsthalle. This exhibition examines posture, gesture, and nonverbal communication with installations by invited artists, with an opening at 6 pm.

Extra Muros | Theaterplatzquartier walks

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.

Curator's Tour | Angelica Mesiti

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

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.

New Rituals for the End of the World

Explore ritual practices in a world under pressure at HEK Basel. The exhibition 'New Rituals for the End of the World' presents immersive electronic art installations and critical digital works that rethink communal rituals for fragile futures.

Guided tour for visually impaired visitors

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.

Mémoires voyageuses

Explore Mémoires voyageuses, a contemporary art exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland. The show gathers travel-inspired memory works across media, inviting visitors to reflect on movement, memory, and cultural exchange inside Basel's Baselland museum.

Roy Lichtenstein — Sweet Dreams, Baby!

Explore Roy Lichtenstein's groundbreaking pop art at Kunstmuseum Basel. This exhibition surveys his comic-inspired paintings, bold Ben-Day dots, and iconic imagery, weaving a comprehensive narrative of his influence on 20th-century art.

Performance Stilllaut

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.

Public guided tour in sign language

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.

Roche 'n' Jazz

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.