Agenda

25 November – 24 December 2026

November

Wed 25 Nov

WORKSHOP

HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00

Mitmach-Mittwoch: Models and Portraits

On the occasion of the special exhibition on art collector Gertrude Dübi-Müller, we will focus on modelling in November. Dübi-Müller was herself a photographer and was often portrayed by major artists of her time. From photographic self-portraits to life drawing, we will explore different portrait techniques and ask ourselves what it means to pose as a model for someone. Every Wednesday. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration required

 

DROP-IN-WORKSHOPS

NEUBAU Eventfoyer
18:00–21:00

Dübi-Müller's Tango Salon

Live music, tango dancers, and a tango café transform the museum space into a historic dance hall. Workshops and social dance also offer opportunities for active participation. Participation free of charge, ticket required via ticketlink

 

CURATOR'S TOUR

NEUBAU
18:30–19:30

Kuratorinnenführung mit Gast zu "Van Gogh, Holdler und ein Cabriolet"

In German. Kuratorin Géraldine Meyer im Gespräch mit der Architektin Salome Grisard über ihre Leidenschaft für Kunst und Mäzenatentum Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7

December

Tue 1 Dec

GUIDED TOUR

HAUPTBAU
12:30–13:00

30 Minuten. Freundschaft, Sammeln, Kunstsinn: Karl und Marianne Im Obersteg

Mit der Kuratorin Géraldine Meyer. Kosten: Eintritt

 

GUIDED TOUR

ONLINE
17:00–17:45

anrufkultur: Wenn ich hier bin

Experience art live from the comfort of your home! This interactive online tour is designed for people who are unable to take part in conventional guided tours due to a visual impairment or for other reasons. An audiovisual art experience in cooperation with anrufkultur. Ticket and registration required at www.anrufkultur.ch.

Wed 2 Dec

WORKSHOP


17:00–20:00

Mitmach-Mittwoch: Comparative Viewing

What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.

Thu 3 Dec

GUIDED TOUR

HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45

Inspired by her

In German. Führung zu aktuellen weiblichen Positionen im Kunstmuseum Basel. Eine fortlaufende Reihe mit der Kunstvermittlerin Iris Kretzschmar in der Sammlung des Kunstmuseums Basel. Kosten: CHF 7

Sun 6 Dec

WORKSHOP

HAUPTBAU
10:00–18:00

Macht Platz!

The Kunstmuseum makes room for you with interactive zones, pop-up libraries, and play areas. Come by to linger and discover. No meeting point. Participation free of charge

 

WORKSHOP

HAUPTBAU
10:00–16:00

Open studio: Underwater Worlds

To escape the onset of winter, this Sunday we dive into the world of the oceans! Whether scaly or shimmering, deep-sea monsters or brightly glowing creatures – create your own marine inhabitants and help us transform the studio into a magical underwater world. With ocean pollution in mind, we will work with recycled materials and give them a new lease of life. Participation free of charge, no registration required.

 

GUIDED TOUR

NEUBAU
14:00–15:00

Guided Tour of the Exhibition "Van Gogh, Hodler, and a Cabriolet"

Costs: Admission + CHF 7

 

GUIDED TOUR

HAUPTBAU
15:00–16:00

Führung in Gebärdensprache

In German. Eine Führungsreihe für Kunstinteressierte in Gebärdensprache durch die Sammlung des Kunstmuseum Basel. Mit Kunstvermittlerin Lua Leirner. Wenn Sie weitere Bedürfnisse für einen barrierefreien Zutritt ins Museum haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an [email protected]. Kosten: CHF 7

Wed 9 Dec

WORKSHOP


17:00–20:00

Mitmach-Mittwoch: Comparative Viewing

What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.

 

DROP-IN-WORKSHOPS


18:00–21:00

Dübi-Müller's Tango Salon

Live music, tango dancers, and a tango café transform the museum space into a historic dance hall. Workshops and social dance also offer opportunities for active participation. Participation free of charge, ticket required via ticketlink

Thu 10 Dec

GUIDED TOUR

HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45

Dryck Flader trifft …

In German. Eine Werkbetrachtung der anderen Art. Kosten: CHF 7. Beschränkte Platzzahl. Tickets sind an der Infotheke erhältlich

Sun 13 Dec

WORKSHOP

HAUPTBAU
10:00–16:00

Open Studio: Everything Shines

During the darker months of the year, we appreciate everything that brings a little sparkle to us and our surroundings. To get into the festive spirit, today’s Open Studio is all about working with gold and silver foil. Whether shimmering stars, abstract ornaments or unusual Christmas tree decorations – this Sunday, you can experiment with embossing and hatching to your heart’s content.Participation free of charge, no registration required

 

GUIDED TOUR


14:00–15:00

Führung in der Ausstellung "Wenn ich hier bin"

In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7

 

GUIDED TOUR

NEUBAU
15:00–16:00

Guided Tour of the Exhibition "Roy Lichtenstein. Sweet Dreams, Baby!"

Costs: Admission + CHF 7

Tue 15 Dec

GUIDED TOUR

NEUBAU
12:30–13:00

30 Minuten. Gertrud Dübi-Müller und Alice Bailly

In german. Mit der Assistenzkuratorin Nina Schweizer. Kosten: Eintritt

Wed 16 Dec

WORKSHOP

HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00

Mitmach-Mittwoch: Comparative Viewing

What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.

 

CURATOR'S TOUR


18:30–19:30

Kuratorinnenführung mit Gast zu "Van Gogh, Holdler und ein Cabriolet"

In German. Kuratorin Géraldine Meyer im Gespräch mit der Architektin Salome Grisard über ihre Leidenschaft für Kunst und Mäzenatentum Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7

Thu 17 Dec

WORKSHOP

HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45

After-Work-Drawing. Zeichnen in der Sammlung

In German. Mit dem Kunstvermittler Mariano Gaich. Vorkenntnisse sind keine nötig. Für Interessierte ab 16 Jahren. Beschränkte Platzzahl. Tickets sind an der Infotheke erhältlich. Kosten: CHF 7

Sun 20 Dec

WORKSHOP

HAUPTBAU
10:00–16:00

Open Studio: Gifts That Shine

During winter, the nights grow longer and the stars shine all the brighter! Whether as coordinates for sailors, zodiac signs for astrologers or festive companions at Christmas – stars hold a special meaning all around the world. In the Open Studio, we explore this versatile symbol and create our own stars using paper, fabric, cardboard, wool or wood. We cut, fold, knot, build and experiment, creating all kinds of celestial bodies. In our little gift workshop, you can also make personal gifts for friends and family and wrap them straight away in your own handmade wrapping paper. Open to everyone. Free participation, no registration required. Participation free of charge, no registration required.

 

GUIDED TOUR

GEGENWART
14:00–15:00

Guided tour of the exhibition «When I'm here»

Costs: Admission + CHF 7

Tue 22 Dec

GUIDED TOUR

HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45

Führung für blinde und sehbeeinträchtigte Menschen

In German. Diese Führungsreihe für blinde, sehbeeinträchtigte und andere Kunstinteressierte durch die Sammlung findet sitzend in den Galerieräumen statt. Sehende Begleiter:innen und Blindenhunde sind willkommen. Wenn Sie weitere Bedürfnisse für einen barrierefreien Zutritt ins Museum haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an [email protected]. Kosten: CHF 7

Wed 23 Dec

WORKSHOP


17:00–20:00

Mitmach-Mittwoch: Comparative Viewing

What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.

25 November – 24 December 2026