Basel-Stadt art credit (Kunstkredit Basel-Stadt) presents works by artists who were awarded the individual artist’s direct grant by the commission of Basel-Stadt art credit in 2018.
Martin Chramosta, "Chasse-aux-poules", 2018. Bronze, 28x37cm, Photo Paul Nicoué, courtesy the artist Hinrich Sachs, "Hinrich Sachs", 1994. Invitation card, reproducing a selfportrait, drawn by the artist in his childhood, o set print, 14,8 x 10,5 cm, and installation, various media, site specific dimensions. (c) Georg Rehsteiner | Hinrich Sachs Lena Maria Thüring, "Gardien de la paix (GPX)" , 2011 HD Video, single channel, 16:9, colour, sound, 18 min 47 sec, French, German subtitles
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Institution
Kunsthalle Basel is dedicated to exhibiting, discussing, and reflecting on the art of the present, and it has been so ever since its founding in 1872. It is renowned for its audacious and varied program as well as for its engagement with artists, often before they are widely known. Curious visitors of all ages are welcome to its spectacular display spaces for thought-provoking exhibitions and events.
Library
The library of the Basler Kunstverein is free and open to the public. It houses an impressive selection of 30,000 books and catalogues on topics related to contemporary art and subscribes to 35 different magazines of art and culture.
Access via Klostergasse 5, CH – 4051 Basel
T +41 61 206 99 06
bibliothek@kunsthallebasel.notexisting@nodomain.comch
Opening hours library: Tue/Thurs 9.00 AM - 12.30 PM and 1.30 - 5.00 PM
(outside opening hours by appointment)
Admission
CHF 12.–/8.– incl. S AM Swiss Architecture Museum
Free admission: Children up to 18 years of age; People with disabilities and their escorts; Persons in need of protection and persons admitted on a temporary basis (status F, N, S & B with refugee status); Members of Basler Kunstverein; Friends of Kunsthalle Basel; Media; ICOM / VMS; Museums-Pass-Musée (before: Oberrheinischer Museumspass); Schools BS+BL; Teachers of Fine Arts BS and BL; Kunsthistorisches Seminar BS; Schule für Gestaltung Basel (SfG); FHNW Academy of Art and Design; Colour Key; COMEX Comission Exécutive Musées; Freiwilliger Museumsverein Basel (FMB); Museum staff Basel
Kunsthalle Basel does not provide parking facilities. If you are driving, we recommend one of the following car parks: Anfos-Haus (Henric Petri-Strasse 58), Elisabethen (Steinenschanze 5), Steinenparking (bei der Heuwaage)
Accessibility
All exhibition galleries of Kunsthalle Basel are fully wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair users only require staff assistance when accessing the building from Steinenberg 7. Our staff will be pleased to help you (phone +41 61 206 99 01)
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Campari Bar Mo Closed | Tu 4.00 PM - 12 AM | We 4.00 PM - 12.00 AM | Th 4.00 PM - 1.00 AM | Fr 4.00 PM - 1.00 AM | Sa 4.00 PM - 1.00 AM | Su Closed