The Ethnography Museum of Geneva (MEG) is housed in a remarkable contemporary building in the Plainpalais district. The MEG’s primary focus lies in the exploration of global societal and environmental issues, drawing from its rich collection of objects and documents representing cultures from all five continents. MEG offers original guided tours and engaging events for a diverse audience.
In celebration of the European Heritage Days, the MEG presents the immersive exhibition “Afrosonica – Soundscapes,” which delves into the influence of sound and music in African societies and their diasporas. Explore instruments, sound archives, and contemporary installations highlighting sound as a bridge for connection and memory. This year, the theme addresses “Architectural Stories,” focusing on inclusivity and the representation of the heritage of minorities and marginalized groups.
In French.
The auditorium hosts “cine-relax” screenings, open to everyone. You can catch the documentary “Ladysmith Black Mambazo – The Sound of Africa”. The film chronicles the story of Joseph Shabalala and his a cappella group, a significant force against apartheid in South Africa. These screenings are free and require no reservations, welcoming all audiences, including parents with babies, seniors, and those with disabilities. The environment is laid-back, offering gentle lighting and moderate sound levels, allowing for complete freedom of movement and expression within the space.
Ages 12 and up.
Enjoy a unique experience with Laëtycia Vumuka during a dance-guided tour of the “Afrosonica – Soundscapes” exhibition. This artist invites you to embark on a sensory journey that blends African and Afro-diasporic music with expressive movement. It’s an original way to discover the exhibition, led by the rhythm of dance.
Afrosonica – Soundscapes is an immersive exhibition exploring the deep cultural significance of sound and music in African societies and their diasporas. Through historical and contemporary perspectives, it highlights the power of sound as a bridge between memory, identity, and transformation. Featuring a diverse collection of instruments, archival recordings, and contemporary installations, the exhibition invites visitors on a multisensory journey where music connects the past and present, the human and the spiritual.
The MEG hosts a live sound creation by Amandine Casadamont and Madeleine Leclair, featuring vinyl records from their personal collections. This performance artfully blends world music traditions with experimental, concrete, and ambient sounds, promising a harmonious resonance between these diverse worlds.
DJ Janeen, originally from London and now based in Valais, invites you on a musical journey with her unique set that blends house, bass music, and US rap, enriched with fresh releases and exclusives. During the Afrosonica – Soundscapes exhibition, she will delve into the 5000 LPs from MEG’s Marco Botta collection, primarily from the 1960s and 70s. Renowned for her dynamic and groovy sets, Janeen has performed at iconic venues and prestigious international festivals like the Montreux Jazz Festival and Visions du Réel. She is also a resident DJ on the program “Métissages” on Couleur3 (RTS).
The Amapiano dance workshop for adults offers an immersive experience in this South African dance style characterized by technical groove and elegance. Led by Loubna, an expert in Afro-urban dances and freestyle, this workshop highlights the creative energy of South African youth and encourages free expression rooted in cultural heritage. Reservations are required, and participants are advised to wear suitable dance attire.
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