Explore a mysterious tale of the Salmon Boy on a family visit that blends objects, sounds and storytelling. Observe a carved salmon chief mask, listen to the tale of Shanyaak’utlaax in a cozy music space, and finish with a session of Alaskan native sounds. Kids will discover characters, imagine ocean movements, notice bright colors and rhythmic sounds, and practice listening and curiosity as the story unfolds.
In French. Kids ages from 5 to 8.
The Biopark is temporarily hosting Janus, a unique two-headed Greek tortoise, during the renovation of the Museum. Each head of this male tortoise has its own independent brain, which sometimes makes its movements challenging. In captivity, Janus receives attentive care, resulting in an impressive lifespan of 26 years.
Tiptoe, sing, and explore a gentle museum journey made for little ones. Listen to short stories, touch soft textures, and follow bright images that spark imagination. Feel the hush of the rooms, the rhythm of footsteps, and the surprise of tiny discoveries at each corner. Adults share the moment, helping children wonder and name colors, sounds, and movements. Short and calm, this guided stroll encourages curiosity, sensory play, and shared stories.
Dates :
Wednesday 10 June, 10:30, 14:30, 15:30
Friday 12 June, 10:30
Wednesday 17 June, 10:30
In French. Kids ages 3–5.
Discover stories and songs designed for little ones and their grown-ups. Through gentle songs, rhythmic rhymes and tactile books, children are invited to explore sounds, colours and simple narratives. Sessions encourage early language, curiosity and imaginative play as caregivers share close moments of listening, turning pages and playful movement. Activities are calm, sensory-rich and suited to babies and toddlers, nurturing attention and the love of stories.
In French. Kids ages 0–5.
Move, listen, and read together in a playful family workshop that mixes picture-book readings with dance. Children and grown-ups explore stories through sound, color and movement. Short readings spark imagination, then simple steps and playful gestures let kids try out the rhythms and shapes of the tale. Sessions are led by a dancer-choreographer and a team of reading animators who guide creative games, gentle warm-ups and shared moments of discovery.
In French. Kids ages 4 and up.
Laugh along as Bricolo, a zany inventor, brings his wild machines to life on screen. Short films follow his startling ideas — a grafting trick to chase away mice, non-slip banana skins, and self-dancing shoes — with playful gadgets, clanking gears and slapstick movements. A live pianist adds tinkling music and rhythm to the moving pictures. Children will watch, wonder, and imagine new contraptions while enjoying sounds, colors and comic motion.
With the pianist Nicolas Hafner – Kids ages 6 and up.
Family visit to discover a facet of the rich collections of the Musée d’ethnographie de Genève, exploring both the library and the temporary exhibition. Imagine: if you were a king or queen, what would you change? After observing an element of the exhibition, we will listen to stories of African rulers who sought to transform their world, along with music from the MEG’s collection.
Ages 5 and up. In French.
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