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Kultur-Historisches Museum Grenchen

The Kultur-Historisches Museum Grenchen in Grenchen, Switzerland, tells the history of industrialisation and its consequences using the Grenchen region as an example. Its permanent exhibition "From a Farming Village to an Industrial City" focuses on the life and work of people in industry and the impact on everyday life, with a special emphasis on the 1950s, the "Golden Age" of the Grenchen watch industry. The museum also houses an archaeology exhibition on the region's prehistory and medieval past. It regularly integrates changing temporary exhibitions into its permanent display.

Families and Kids

The museum is described as a place for the whole family. Children are welcomed by the "Tick-Tack" alarm clock mascot and can borrow a magnifying glass to solve puzzles, play, dress up, do handicrafts and more. Children's birthday parties are offered for children aged 6 to 11.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Free entrance: No
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: History
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Interactive exhibits, Workshops, Tours and demonstrations, Play area, Events and birthdays

Opening hours

Open on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 14:00 to 17:00. For groups at any time by appointment.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
14:00-17:00
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
14:00-17:00
Sunday
14:00-17:00

Admission fees

7 CHF
Adult admission
5 CHF
Group admission
0 CHF
Children and young people up to 16 years free

Contact

Webpage
museumgrenchen.ch
Email
info@museumgrenchen.ch
Address
Absyte 3, 2540 Grenchen

Access

Nearby stops

  • Grenchen, Postplatz50 meters walking distance
  • Grenchen Nord450 meters walking distance
  • Grenchen Süd600 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Olten
28m
Neuchâtel
35m
Bern
42m
Basel SBB
57m
Zürich HB
1h 5m

FAQ

  • Is the museum suitable for a visit with children?
    Yes. The museum is described as a place for the whole family. Children are welcomed by the "Tick-Tack" alarm clock mascot and can borrow a magnifying glass to solve puzzles, play, dress up, do handicrafts and more while adults explore the exhibition.
  • Can I book a guided tour at the museum?
    Yes. Guided tours through the permanent exhibition or the current special exhibition are offered in German, French, English, Spanish and Italian. A 1-hour tour costs CHF 120 and a 30-minute tour CHF 70, plus admission per person.
  • Can I celebrate a children's birthday at the museum?
    Yes. Children's birthday parties are offered for children aged 6 to 11, with a group of 8 to 10 children and a duration of 2 hours. Themes include the time of the Romans, knights and ladies, and times and watches. The small variant costs CHF 200 and the large variant CHF 250.
  • Does the museum offer programmes for school classes?
    Yes. The museum offers age-appropriate guided tours and workshops for school classes on the permanent exhibition and special exhibitions, as well as a history trail through the city centre of Grenchen. Tours and workshops are possible on any weekday and at any time, and teachers have free entry to prepare a visit.
  • Is the museum accessible for wheelchair users?
    Yes. A passenger lift was added to the west facade during a renovation, so that people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users can visit the museum.

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