When does the event begin and how long can I visit?

On Thursday, May 28, 2026, starting at 09:30; the museum closes at 17:30.

How much is the admission fee?

The visit to the sound sculpture is included in the museum admission; adults €15 according to visitor information.

Is there a ticket reservation?

Tickets can be obtained at the museum ticket office; a separate reservation for the installation is not necessary.

What is the best way to get there?

Take the U35 to the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum stop; parking is limited around the museum, additionally a parking garage on Schillerstraße on weekends.

Is the event accessible for people with disabilities?

The museum is largely accessible; designated parking spaces are available. For specific questions, the visitor service can assist.

Is there an app or additional offers?

Yes, the free museum app offers an AR extension of the sound sculpture in front of the building.

Eternal Sounds: Experience the Post-Mining Live at the Bochum Museum

Name: Eternal Sounds
Start: 2026-05-28T11:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-28T19:30:00+02:00
Location: Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum

When Mining Resonates: Eternal Sounds at the German Mining Museum

The sound sculpture 'Eternal Sounds' by Moritz Fehr will bring to life the invisible sounds of post-mining in Bochum on May 28, 2026, starting at 09:30. In the impressive entrance hall of the German Mining Museum, a multifaceted event experience unfolds from vibrations, humming, and noise – precisely composed and spatially staged.

Sound of Depth – What to Expect

Based on recordings of real eternal tasks from the Ruhr area – water management, ventilation, energy supply, shaft filling – an immersive spatial sound is created. The event atmosphere: concentrated, contemplative, with subtle dynamics that make the pulse of the underground audible and tangible. Thus, the history of technology becomes a sensual present, the museum becomes a resonance space.

Curatorial Signature and Artistic Precision

Fehr works research-based and site-specific. The organization and event planning of the museum ensure smooth orientation and clear target group addressing – from sound art fans to industrial culture enthusiasts. The installation runs during regular museum hours and is included in the admission price.

Augmented Reality in Front of the Museum

An additional AR sculpture enhances the experience in the outdoor area. Activated with the free museum app, it intensifies the audience's mood on the lawn in front of the building – ideal for integrating the auditory experience with the urban space.

Service, Arrival, and Accessibility

Public transport: U35 to the stop 'German Mining Museum'. Parking: limited parking spaces around the museum; additionally, a parking garage on Schillerstraße on weekends. The museum is largely accessible; designated parking spaces are available. Opening hours on the day of the event: 09:30–17:30.

Conclusion

'Eternal Sounds' makes the time dimension of mining audible – precisely composed and compellingly presented. Experience the sound sculpture on site, rediscover industrial culture, and be surprised by the richness of auditory detail.