When can I visit the installation?

On Saturday 30.05.2026 starting at 09:30 AM within museum hours until 05:30 PM.

How much is the entrance fee?

Access is with the regular museum ticket starting from €15 per adult according to the museum's price information.

How do I best reach the location?

By U35 to the stop German Mining Museum or by car; parking is available around the museum and at the junction Am Bergbaumuseum to Herner Straße.

Are there accessible offerings?

The museum offers barrier-free options and digital audio guides; detailed information is provided by the museum's visitor service.

Is there a fixed performance time scheduled?

No, it is a continuous sound installation; visitation is flexible within opening hours.

Where can I find more information about the artist?

Background, concept, and image material about the work is published by Moritz Fehr on his website.

Hear the Mountain Breathe: Eternal Sounds Transforms Bochum's Museum into a Vibrating Sound Space for Visitors

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

Eternal Sounds: When Post-Mining Becomes Audible

The sound sculpture Eternal Sounds by artist Moritz Fehr makes the invisible processes of post-mining experienceable at the German Mining Museum Bochum. Visitors will dive into a vibrating sound world on 30.05.2026 starting at 09:30 AM, sensually connecting industrial infrastructure and regional history.

Spatial Sound Art in the Entrance Hall

Using field recordings from water pumps, fans, generators, and shaft fillings, the artist composes a precisely staged sound atmosphere. The event atmosphere thrives on subtle vibrations and a carefully planned speaker setup that condenses the event experience into a walkable audio space. This makes the audience's mood palpable between awe and curiosity.

Echo of Eternity Tasks

Eternal Sounds transmits the sounds of the eternity tasks of the Ruhr area into the museum – a piece of living industrial culture. Curated sound layers, clear dramaturgy, and precise event management ensure that the installation remains accessible throughout the day and appeals to different target groups.

Augmented Reality Expands the Space

The installation is complemented by an AR sculpture in the outdoor area. It shifts perception and sense of time, deepening the engagement with technology, nature, and memory – a strong element of modern mediation and event planning.

Practical Info for Your Visit

The museum is located directly at the U35 stop German Mining Museum. Parking is available around the house and at the junction Am Bergbaumuseum/Herner Straße. Opening hours on the event day: 09:30 AM–05:30 PM. Admission to the installation is included in the regular museum ticket.

Conclusion

Those who love sound art and wish to experience industrial culture in a new way should experience Eternal Sounds live. The installation connects research, history, and present to create an impressive experience – close, authentic, and moving.