Museums in Basel

Basel is home to about 40 museums, offering a diverse range of experiences, from traditional art collections to contemporary exhibitions. Founded in 1661, the Kunstmuseum Basel is considered the oldest public art collection in the world. Located just outside Basel in Riehen, the Fondation Beyeler is a modern art museum housed inside a building designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano. Here's a photographic exploration of a some of these museums.