Photoforum Pasquart

The Photoforum Pasquart in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland, is a centre of competence for photography and its contemporary questions. It presents six to eight exhibitions per year by emerging to established photographers and artists from Switzerland and abroad in all forms of photography – documentary, conceptual, experimental, camera-less or digitally generated. Education and exchange are at the core, with workshops, guided tours, performances and discussion formats for a diverse audience of all ages. The Photoforum is part of Pasquart, a site for contemporary art, photography and film, and a member of the European network FUTURES. It hosts changing temporary exhibitions.

Families and Kids

The Photoforum offers workshops and guided tours for children and families, including special children's workshops on photographic techniques such as cyanotype. Children up to 16 years have free admission. The toilets have a changing table, and baby carriers are available at the entrance.

Information

  • Visit duration: 90 min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: Yes
  • Topic: Art

    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Workshops: Yes

    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Workshops, Tours and demonstrations

    • Entrance fee: 15 CHF
    • Free entrance: No
    • Price range: $$

Opening hours

Open Wednesday to Friday from 12:00 to 18:00, Thursday until 20:00, and Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 to 18:00. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
12:00-18:00
Thursday
12:00-20:00
Friday
12:00-18:00
Saturday
11:00-18:00
Sunday
11:00-18:00

Admission fees

15 CHF
Adult admission
10 CHF
Reduced admission for ArtCard, KulturLegi, apprentices and students up to 25, Visarte, pensioners, AHV/IV, and groups of 6 or more visitors.
0 CHF
Free admission for children up to 16 years.
0 CHF
Free admission for everyone every Thursday from 18:00 to 20:00.

Contact

Webpage
photoforumpasquart.ch
Email
amelie.schuele@photoforumpasquart.ch
Address
Seevorstadt / Faubourg du Lac 71, 2502 Biel/Bienne

Access

Nearby stops

  • Biel/Bienne, Museen/Musées200 meters walking distance
  • Biel/Bienne800 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Neuchâtel
18m
Bern
27m
Olten
33m
Thun
1h 2m
Basel SBB
1h 9m

FAQ

  • Is the Photoforum wheelchair accessible?
    Yes, the building is wheelchair accessible. People with reduced mobility can be dropped off by car in front of the entrance, and the lift serves all rooms and the toilets. A wheelchair as well as folding chairs and a baby carrier are available at the entrance.
  • Is there a changing table at the Photoforum?
    Yes, the toilets have a changing table.
  • Does the Photoforum offer programmes for children and families?
    Yes, the Photoforum offers workshops and guided tours for children and families, including special children's workshops on photographic techniques. The formats are aimed at a diverse audience of all ages.
  • Is there a shop at the Photoforum?
    Yes, there is a shop in the foyer of the Photoforum with a selection of photo books and other items.

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