Public guided tours, selected events on current topics as well as special offers and workshops for children, young people and adults complement the varied exhibition program. Private guided tours for groups can also be booked.
“Is this art or can it go away?” Neither part of the question is easy to answer when it comes to tattoos. What is body jewelry for some, causes others to turn up their noses; some see tattoos as works of art, for others they are nothing more than scribbles on the skin. What makes artistic observation even more difficult is the painting surface. Human skin becomes a canvas and the wearer is therefore… well, what actually? Artist, curator – or even the museum itself?
We want to take a risk and bring an (artistic) practice into the museum that has hardly received any attention so far. Because that’s exactly what it’s all about: questioning artistic conventions, initiating a discussion about the understanding of art and looking at the pigments under the skin through a completely new lens than we are used to in everyday life.
The discourse is complemented by works by the American outsider artist Anthony Dominguez, who also wore his art on his body – in the form of painted patches that he sewed onto his clothes. The Austrian Fritz Hortig also frequently works with textiles in his art. His brightly painted shirts are street art you can touch – and above all wear.
6-9 p.m.
Side Program
Long, longer, Long Night of Zurich Museums – and we’ll be there again!
In addition to the current exhibition INK*, you can get to know the Chewing Gum from London, Ben Wilson, in short guided tours through the old town. We also offer short street art tours with Harald Naegeli.
Here,s the Program. Tickets for «die Lange Nacht»
6 pm – 1 am
Side Program
In the Sunday studio, art is brought to life through creative design activities and shared contemplation. This can lead to a dialog with the art as well as with other participants and perspectives.
The workshop is aimed at people of all ages (recommended from 6 years) and can be attended individually or with families and friends.
No previous knowledge is necessary.
Time: 10 – 12 o’clock
Costs: per person 20 Fr. / per family 45 Fr.
Workshop
Public guided tour through the exhibition “Ink*”.
Duration: approx. 60 minutes. Cost: CHF 20 / person (members CHF 10)
The number of participants is limited. Registration is required.
Private walks and guided tours on request.
Time: 11.15 a.m.
Guided Tour
