Dedicated to ceramics and glass, the Musée Ariana is situated in a majestic 19th-century building within a 4-hectare park near the United Nations. In addition to its permanent collection, the museum regularly curates temporary exhibitions, frequently featuring the work of contemporary artists. Musee Ariana provides guided tours and organizes workshops for children.
The Musée Ariana invites you to immerse yourself in the medieval world as it concludes the “Post Tenebras Lux” exhibition. Whether with family or friends, enjoy music, games, workshops, and tours. Costumes are recommended for a day full of surprises!
Spend a creative Sunday shaping clay with ceramicist Jeanne Broquet, crafting unique buttons—round, square, or inspired by flowers and animals—before decorating them as you wish. The workshop includes a visit to the Tender Buttons exhibition, offering insight into the richness and diversity of this art form.
In French.
The Musée Ariana offers free tactile tours for the visually impaired or blind visitors of the “Extra-nature” exhibition by António Vasconcelos Lapa. This sensory journey reveals touchable works within a lush and enchanting setting, guided by two museum experts. Tours can be reserved for specific time slots or arranged as private sessions. Immerse yourself in the exploration of the Portuguese artist’s pieces, which blend ceramics, sound, and vibrant colors. Reservations can be made via phone or email.
The Tender Buttons exhibition offers a multidisciplinary exploration centered on buttons, delving into their identity and historical significance. Featuring over three hundred ceramic and glass buttons, the exhibition interacts with the museum’s works to highlight their role in both formal experimentation and socio-cultural narratives. The exhibition’s architecture evokes the commercial arcades of the 19th century, a pivotal era for button industrialization. Curated by Claire FitzGerald, the exhibition is supported by the Swiss Fashion Museum and showcases never-before-seen pieces from several prestigious collections.
Guided tour, in the presence of the exhibition curator. In French.
Dates & Timings:
Sunday 21 September 2025, 15:00
Sunday 16 November 2025, 15:00
Sunday 7 December 2025, 15:00
Sunday 18 January 2026, 15:00
Sunday 8 March 2026, 15:00
Sunday 3 May 2026, 15:00
Sunday 7 June 2026, 15:00
Sunday 4 October 2026, 15:00
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of the “Extra-nature” exhibition featuring vibrant creations by artist António Vasconcelos Lapa. The event also includes a workshop where young children can craft their own imaginative clay plants.
In French.
Timings: 10:00, 11:30, 14:30
The Musée Ariana is hosting a guided and free tour of its exhibition “Faire don, une affaire de cœur ou de raison?”, which delves into the motivations behind art donations.
In French.
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