What are the opening hours and last entry

Tuesday to Sunday 09:30 to 17:30, ticket sales close at 17:00. Closed on Mondays.

How much is the admission fee

The museum admission for adults is 15 euros. Children up to 5 years are free. Other discounts according to the museum.

Where does the installation take place

In the entrance hall of the German Mining Museum Bochum, Am Bergbaumuseum 28, 44791 Bochum.

How do I travel by public transport

From Bochum Hbf take the U35 towards Herne to the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum stop. The entrance is within walking distance.

Are there parking facilities

Yes. Public parking spaces are available around the museum as well as a parking lot at the junction of Am Bergbaumuseum into Herner Straße.

Is the visit barrier-free

Accessible access is possible with an elevator. If needed, contact the visitor service at 0234 5877-126.

Eternal Sounds - German Mining Museum Bochum 2026

Name: Eternal Sounds
Start: 2026-07-25T11:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-25T19:30:00+02:00
Location: Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum

What does eternity sound like? The sound sculpture that moves Bochum

Eternal Sounds by Moritz Fehr transforms the entrance hall of the German Mining Museum Bochum into a vibrating sound field. On July 25, 2026, visitors can experience an event that makes the acoustic presence of post-mining immediately tangible – sensually, informatively, and deeply rooted in the Ruhr area.

Sound meets research: The concept

The installation condenses original recordings from post-mining – from the murmuring of water management to the rumble of ventilation – into a space-filling composition. Seismic data, vibrations from underground, and technical noises merge into an immersive sound design with 21 speakers. The result: an event atmosphere that oscillates between industrial aesthetics and touching poetry.

Site-specific and unique

Specifically designed for the entrance hall, the work translates the so-called eternal tasks of the region into audible and palpable resonances. The audience experiences an atmosphere of awe and contemplation – a strong example of contemporary exhibition and event management.

Augmented Reality included

In front of the museum, a virtual sculpture enhances the experience: via an app, the sound installation continues in the outdoor area. This broadens the target audience appeal – from families to sound and design fans – and extends the event experience beyond the hall space.

Expertise behind the work

The Dortmund artist and composer Moritz Fehr works research-based at the intersection of technology, nature, and perception. In co-production with the German Mining Museum, a precisely curated sound architecture has emerged – supported by scientific depth, acoustic sophistication, and excellent event planning.

Voices of the fans

The reactions online are clear: Eternal Sounds captivates visitors.

Instagram: 'Pure goosebumps – these vibrations get under your skin!'
Facebook: 'This is what the Ruhr area sounds like today – clever, sensual, powerful.'

Conclusion

Eternal Sounds makes the invisible effects of mining experienceable – as an intense sound image between science and art. Come by, listen closely, and let yourself be moved by the resonance of the region.