The Basel Historical Museum (HMB) tells the story of Basel and the surrounding region, with original objects from early settlements to modern times, insights into the life of the bourgeoisie in the 18th and 19th centuries, and Switzerland’s largest collection of musical instruments. Our three museums Barfüsserkirche, Haus zum Kirschgarten and Musikmuseum take you on an inspiring journey through past and present. Welcome to the Basel Historical Museum!
The Lohnhof was once a monastery, and later a prison. Today, 550 European instruments from five centuries are displayed in 24 former prison cells. The musical instrument collection of the HMB comprises over 3,300 objects in total – among them the oldest intact Basler “Drummle” from 1571, representing local music culture.
The Lohnhof was once a monastery, and later a prison. Today, 550 European instruments from five centuries are displayed in 24 former prison cells. The musical instrument collection of the HMB comprises over 3,300 objects in total – among them the oldest intact Basler “Drummle” from 1571, representing local music culture.
