Studying minerals

At work stations and on a tour of the museum, children can get to know the various properties and defining characteristics of minerals. They discover methods to identify minerals and learn to apply them independently. The differences between minerals and rocks are addressed as well.

Booking

Workshop enquiry form

A workshop must be booked at least 3 weeks in advance.

Detailed information

Activities

Work stations for small groups, tour of the museum

Age

7 to 12 years, no previous knowledge necessary

Duration

1.5 hours

Rates

During opening hours (Mon–Fri: 9.00-17.00)

Schools: 220 CHF per class of 24 people (25 people or more: 270 CHF)
Groups: 220 CHF per group of 12 people

Outside of opening hours (Mon–Fri)

Schools: 270 CHF per class of 24 people (25 people or more: 320 CHF)
Groups: 270 CHF per group of 12 people

Weekend (Sat + Sun, upon special request)

Schools: 370 CHF per class of 24 people (25 people or more: 470 CHF)
Groups: 320 CHF per group of 12 people

Please note the cancellation fees.