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The HMB tells the story of Basel and the surrounding region, with original objects from early settlements to modern times, insights into the life of the bourgeoisie, and Switzerland’s largest collection of musical instruments. 

A place for all time

Museum

The HMB takes you on an inspiring journey through past and present; to a place that brings history to life and opens new perspectives. Welcome to the History Museum Basel.

Our three museums

Museum
Barfüsserkirche

Barfüsserkirche

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Musikmuseum

Musikmuseum

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Haus zum Kirschgarten

Haus zum Kirschgarten

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Upcoming Events

Agenda
  • We 15.7.2026
    16 to 16.45

    Happy Hour: Tasteninstrumente

    Permanent exhibitions, German, Free entry

    Kurzweiliger Rundgang mit Vorführung der Instrumente

    Guided tour
    Barfüsserkirche
  • We 22.7.2026
    16 to 16.45

    Happy Hour: Tasteninstrumente

    Permanent exhibitions, German, Free entry

    Kurzweiliger Rundgang mit Vorführung der Instrumente

    Guided tour
    Barfüsserkirche
  • We 29.7.2026
    16 to 16.45

    Happy Hour: Wassermusik

    Permanent exhibitions, German, Free entry

    Kurzweiliger Rundgang zu den Highlights der Sammlung

    Guided tour
    Musikmuseum

Collection

The HMB collection comprises over 435,000 objects. You can view a selection of them online.

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