Pocket Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the Imbergässlein, one of those steep, cobbled lanes in Basel's old town that feels untouched by time, you'll find the Pocket Museum. It's a truly tiny treasure, a place entirely dedicated to the history and art of pockets. Forget grand halls; here, every display is an intimate glimpse into the small, personal spaces we've carried with us for centuries. It’s the kind of quirky, focused museum that makes you look at everyday objects in a completely new light.
Collection Highlights
You can marvel at everything from delicate 18th-century watch pockets and ornate Victorian 'pocket-books' to cleverly designed modern security pockets. The collection even includes fascinating 'pocket miscellany'—the forgotten trinkets and notes found tucked away inside them over the years.
Visitor Information
It's small, so you won't need more than half an hour. Just check their website for current opening times as they can be limited. Given its size, it's perfect for popping into while exploring the old town.
Architecture & Building
The museum is housed in a classic Basel Altstadt building with a narrow, unassuming facade that you could easily walk right past if you weren't looking for it.
Contact & Location
Address: Hoosesagg Museum, 31, Imbergässlein, Altstadt Grossbasel, Grossbasel, Basel, Basel-Stadt, 4051, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra
Phone: +41 61 261 00 11
Website: Visit Website
