Kunsthaus Langenthal
Art association's Kunsthaus in the listed "Choufhüsi" in Langenthal, with changing exhibitions of contemporary Swiss art.
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About the museum
The Kunsthaus Langenthal is located in the "Choufhüsi" at Marktgasse 13, a listed late-Baroque building with a clock tower, built between 1790 and 1808 to plans by Joseph Purtschert. The building served first as a department store until 1894 and then as a municipal building until 1992.
After the administration moved out, the Kunstverein Oberaargau proposed converting the building into an exhibition venue. Since 1992 the association has run the Kunsthaus here. It is now directed by Raffael Dörig and supported by the city of Langenthal, the canton of Bern and regional sponsors.
The house has no permanent collection display; instead it shows changing exhibitions of contemporary art with a focus on current Swiss work, thematic group shows and regularly, historical photography. Accompanying events include artist talks, programs such as "Kunst über Mittag" and the "Kunstbar", and a broad education program for schools, children and families.
Highlights
- Changing exhibitions of contemporary Swiss art
- Late-Baroque listed "Choufhüsi" with clock tower
- Children's club, art for the youngest and children's birthday parties
- Events such as "Kunst über Mittag" and the Kunstbar, with free admission
- Founded
- 1992
- Operated by
- Kunstverein Oberaargau
- Director
- Raffael Dörig
Admission & discounts
| Adults | CHF 8 |
|---|---|
| Reduced | CHF 5AHV/IV recipients and members of other art associations |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 16 · Children and young people up to 16 have free admission. |
| Seniors | CHF 5AHV (old-age pension) |
| Visitors with disabilities | CHF 5companion free · IV (disability insurance); companions of people with disabilities have free admission. |
| Students & apprentices | freeStudents, apprentices and pupils have free admission. |
| Groups (10+ people) | CHF 5 per person |
Free admission: Free admission at the events "Kunst über Mittag", "Kunstbar" and "Kunst für die Kleinsten".
Free admission also for members of the Kunstverein Oberaargau and partner institutions (admission network), members of SWB, VKKS, Visarte/Unesco/SGBK, teachers with ID, ICOM members, and holders of the Swiss Museum Pass, the Raiffeisen card or a press card. With a Kulturlegi, adults pay CHF 5.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Entrance via the alternative entrance at the back; the lift serves all exhibition floors except the first mezzanine level, which houses the reception. Wheelchair-accessible WC on the ground floor. There are generally no parking spaces; by arrangement, you can park at the alternative entrance.
Kids & families
Great for kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 16 |
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- Family tours & workshops
- Kids’ birthday parties
Kids' club for ages 7 to 12 on eight Saturdays a year from 10:00 to 12:00 (CHF 65 per year, CHF 30 with Kulturlegi), free "Kunst für die Kleinsten" programs for ages 0 to 5, and children's birthday parties for ages 6 to 12 (two hours, CHF 160).
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Langenthal, Tell/Kantonalbank
By bus to the stop Langenthal, Tell/Kantonalbank, or about ten minutes on foot from Langenthal station.
By car
The nearest parking spaces are the Däster car park and the car park at the Stadttheater.
The Kunsthaus is in the old town on Marktgasse.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Events & venue rental
- Spaces for rent
- Corporate events
Two rooms with a view over the rooftops of the old town for meetings, retreats and apéros by teams or clubs.
Inquiries & detailsPlan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Workshops for school classes (1.5 to 3 hours, up to 25 people, CHF 150 to 280), tours with curators for ages 12 and up, and interactive tours for ages 6 and up (30 to 60 minutes, CHF 75 to 150). Free information sessions for teachers are held on Tuesdays before exhibition openings. |
