When does the event take place?

On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, during museum opening hours from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

What is the cost of admission?

The regular museum admission is 10 euros and includes access to the installation.

Where is the access located?

Visitor entrance at Europaplatz 1; the mailing address is Am Bergbaumuseum 28, 44791 Bochum.

Are there parking facilities and public transport connections?

Yes. Parking is available around the museum as well as at the intersection of Am Bergbaumuseum with Herner Straße; U35 stop German Mining Museum is right in front.

Is the visit barrier-free?

The museum provides information on accessibility and offers on-site service; the visitor service assists with individual requests.

Am I allowed to record the sounds?

Individual photo or audio recordings are generally permitted; please pay attention to indications from the museum on-site.

Hear Post-Mining: Eternal Sounds Unleashes Sound Worlds in Bochum

Name: Eternal Sounds
Start: 2026-06-09T11:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-09T19:30:00+02:00
Location: Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum

Eternal Sounds at the German Mining Museum: When Post-Mining Becomes Audible

On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, the German Mining Museum Bochum opens its doors at 9:30 AM for a special event experience: The expansive sound sculpture 'Eternal Sounds' by Moritz Fehr translates the invisible processes of post-mining into an impressive sound image, making the event atmosphere palpable even in the entrance hall.

Sounds from the Depths: The Event Experience

Water pumps rush, fans hum, distant vibrations travel through the room – typical sounds of so-called eternal tasks meet the architecture of the museum. The visitor mood fluctuates between astonishment and contemplative calmness: a sensual ambiance of tone, space, and resonance.

Concept and Implementation: Sound Sculpture in the Museum Foyer

The installation channels recorded post-mining sounds and seismic impulses into the entrance hall. This creates a lively sound field that artistically makes the long-term tasks after the closure of the mines tangible. Organization and event planning focus on clear visitor guidance, understandable context, and barrier-free access – a best practice in the event management of a research museum.

Who Should Visit?

Families, school classes, fans of technology and sound art will experience a compact introduction to mining, geo-resources, and sound art. Thanks to good public transport connections and parking facilities at the museum, the target audience ranges from spontaneous city visitors to guided groups.

On-Site Service

Opening hours on June 9, 2026: 9:30 AM–5:30 PM. The installation is included in the museum admission. On-site, signage, visitor service, and the DBM app assist with orientation. Parking is available around the museum and at the intersection of Am Bergbaumuseum/Herner Straße; the subway station 'German Mining Museum' is right at the door.

Fan Feedback

The reactions online are clear: The museum impresses with an impressive sound backdrop and strong organization. On Instagram, it's said: 'Sounds like goosebump moments between technology history and art!' On YouTube, one reads: 'Top curated, informative, and atmospheric – a must-experience.'

Conclusion: 'Eternal Sounds' connects research, industrial history, and sound art into a dense event experience. Those who want to understand how post-mining sounds and feels will experience a rare mix of knowledge transfer and sensory presence – discover it live in Bochum now.