When does the event take place

On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, starting at 09:30 AM during museum opening hours until 05:30 PM.

How much does admission cost

According to the current tourist flyer, the museum admission is 15 euros per adult; the installation is included in the museum visit.

How do I get there best

Take the U35 to the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum stop; parking is available on areas around the museum.

Is the event accessible

The museum offers accessible entrances and services; details available on site at the visitor service.

Do I need a time ticket

No separate time ticket is required; access is within the regular museum visit.

Is there catering on site

Yes, the museum catering offers snacks and beverages during opening hours.

Eternal Sounds - German Mining Museum Bochum 2026

Name: Eternal Sounds
Start: 2026-06-16T11:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-06-16T19:30:00+02:00
Location: Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum

Eternal Sounds: When Post-Mining Becomes Audible

On June 16, 2026, the sound sculpture Eternal Sounds by Moritz Fehr transforms the entrance hall of the German Mining Museum Bochum into a vibrating sound field. Visitors will experience an extraordinary sound art installation starting at 09:30 AM, showcasing the so-called eternal tasks of post-mining impressively.

Sound that Goes Under Your Skin

In the event space, humming, buzzing, and noise condense into an expansive composition. The event atmosphere thrives on subtle vibrations and changing sound colors. The experience focuses on sensory impressions rather than visual spectacles: the audience's mood shifts between curious attention and contemplative listening.

Curated Experience with Depth

The installation draws from original recordings from the Ruhr area: water management, ventilation, energy supply, and shaft fillings. The result is a vibrant sound landscape that reflects the temporal dimensions of mining. From the event management perspective, the format offers ideal conditions for a focused target audience approach: culture enthusiasts, tech fans, sound and art lovers find here a precisely planned, accessible museum experience.

Space, Technology, Organization

Through a 21-speaker architecture, a continuously varying composition emerges. The event planning integrates museum processes: starting on time during opening hours, ample waiting area, cloakroom, and catering within the house. The public transport connection with the U35 to the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum stop and parking facilities around the venue facilitate the journey and optimize visitor flow.

Conclusion

Eternal Sounds is a rare opportunity to grasp post-mining with all your senses. Listen to the traces of industrial history, feel the subtle vibrations, and experience sound art that lingers. Mark the date now and discover it live on site.