Program
National Museum of Natural History – ‘natur musée’
Luxembourg-City
The National Museum of Natural History is the place for everyone wishing to learn more about the earth and nature. In ten spaces, you will find yourself in different worlds. The earth and the creative force of our planet, the history of life: each theme takes you on a journey through the rich and varied natural world.
Programme
Samedi
10h00-18h00 (ongoing) : "Eggs and nests"
As part of the permanent exhibitions
14h00-18h00 (FR) : The art of taxidermy
Meeting with the taxidermist Guillaume Becker from the National Museum of Natural History. He tells us about his passion for taxidermy and shows us live how he restores and valorises with his daily work an immense and endearing heritage. Guillaume Becker also explains why it is not allowed to touch the animals exhibited in the museum.
The meetings will take place continuously during the hours specified.
Reservation required on site or online.
10h30-11h30 (FR) : Guided tour with the exhibition curator
As part of the temporary exhibition From Dark to Light
The number of participants in the guided tour is limited to 9 people.
Reservation required on site or online.
10h00, 11h00, 12h00, 14h00, 15h00, 16h00 (Workshop for children) : Mining gems
As part of the temporary exhibition From Dark to Light
Equipped with a shovel and a sieve, aspiring mineralogists can help us to find the treasure by searching for gems themselves, which they can take home in a small purse that they will also sew on the spot!
Workshop in the garden to the right of the main entrance of the 'natur musée'
Duration: 45 min; max. 9 children per workshop
Reservation required on site or online
The entrance ticket allows 1 child accompanied by max. 1 adult
Informations pratiques
Booking
required only for workshops and guided tours, on site or online
Contact
T. (+352) 46 22 33-1
Opening hours
Saturday, 15 May: 10am-6pm
Sunday, 16 May: 10am-6pm
Free admission.
COVID-19 INFO:
During the Luxembourg Museum Days, various activities will take place in different museums. Please note the sanitary measures of the respective institutions.
The number of participants in activities is limited. Therefore, we recommend you to book your guided tours or activities in advance. If you cannot attend an activity, we ask for your understanding. Wearing a mask is mandatory. Please take your personal protective mask with you and respect social distancing.
Dimanche
10h00-18h00 (ongoing) : "Eggs and nests"
Dans le cadre des expositions permanentes
14h00-18h00 (FR) : The art of taxidermy
Meeting with the taxidermist Guillaume Becker from the National Museum of Natural History. He tells us about his passion for taxidermy and shows us live how he restores and valorises with his daily work an immense and endearing heritage. Guillaume Becker also explains why it is not allowed to touch the animals exhibited in the museum.
The meetings will take place continuously during the hours specified.
Reservation required on site or online.
10h00, 11h00, 12h00, 14h00, 15h00, 16h00 (Workshop for children) : Mining gems
Dans le cadre de l'exposition temporaire From Dark to Light
Equipped with a shovel and a sieve, aspiring mineralogists can help us to find the treasure by searching for gems themselves, which they can take home in a small purse that they will also sew on the spot!
Workshop in the garden to the right of the main entrance of the 'natur musée'
Duration: 45 min; max. 9 children per workshop
Reservation required on site or online
The entrance ticket allows 1 child accompanied by max. 1 adult