When does Eternal Sounds take place?

On Tuesday, 30.06.2026 from 09:30 to 17:30 at the German Mining Museum Bochum.

How much does admission cost?

The visit is included in the museum admission. The museum admission starts from €10 per person.

How do I best reach the location?

From Bochum Central Station, take the U35 towards Herne to the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum stop. Address: Am Bergbaumuseum 28, 44791 Bochum.

Are there parking options and is it accessible?

Parking is possible around the museum. The building has barrier-free offers according to the museum's visitor information.

Is the event indoors or outdoors?

The sound sculpture is located in the entrance hall of the museum, making it an indoor experience.

Who is the event suitable for?

For culture enthusiasts, families, and technology fans who want to experience industrial culture, sound art, and vibrant knowledge transfer.

Experience the Depths Live: Eternal Sounds Transforms Bochum's Museum

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

Eternal Sounds at the German Mining Museum: Sound of Post-Mining Future

The sound sculpture Eternal Sounds by Moritz Fehr makes the invisible world of post-mining audible and tangible in the entrance hall of the German Mining Museum Bochum. Visitors experience a unique event atmosphere, where vibrations and industrial sounds shape the event experience and captivate the audience mood.

What to Expect: Sound Art Meets Industrial Culture

From the noise of water pumps, the hum of ventilation systems, the buzz of generators, and the strikes of shaft fillings, Fehr composes an expansive sound sculpture. It transports sounds and vibrations from the depths into the museum foyer, making the so-called eternal tasks of post-mining directly experienceable. The curated sound landscape sharpens perception and senses, connects research, art, and technology, and offers an intense event experience.

Background: Research, Organization, and Event Management

As a Leibniz Research Museum for Geo-Resources, the German Mining Museum Bochum unites collection, research, education, and exhibition under one roof. The experienced team is responsible for event planning, visitor guidance, and target audience communication from the first sound to the last echo. The installation is embedded in the museum's dramaturgy and enhances the tours with a sensory-acoustic focus.

Sensory Impressions: From the Underground to the Entrance Hall

The space pulses, fine vibrations modulate the air, deep frequencies draw imaginary shafts into the body. Steps resonate, voices become part of the composition. This creates an immersive ambiance that makes industrial history experienceable as a present moment – precisely staged, clearly organized, and audience-friendly.

Voices of the Fans

The reactions online are clear: The project excites visitors.

Instagram: 'Sound meets miner's history – goosebumps already in the foyer'
Facebook: 'Perfect combination of museum experience and modern sound art'
YouTube: 'Great insight into post-mining – impressively implemented'

Conclusion

Eternal Sounds makes post-mining audible and experienceable. Those who love industrial culture, sound design, and vibrant knowledge transfer will find a significant highlight here in Bochum. Experience the sound sculpture live, discover the permanent exhibition, and immerse yourself in a comprehensive museum experience.