25 years of the Literaturhaus: The anniversary

The Literaturhaus Basel first opened its doors in April 2000. Now, 25 years and over 2,500 events later, we would like to invite you to join us at a variety of events in June, August, and September to celebrate our anniversary.

More information about the June events will be available from April 30 onwards & tickets will be available from April 23.

A GUIDE TO THE ART OF WALKING
TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 6:00 p.m.
6:00 P.M.: Guided walk through the Meriangärten
7:00 P.M.: A discussion on nature writing with HELEN MACDONALD
Moderation: Simone Schröder. German reading: Nicole Coulibaly
The discussion will be in English.

TASH AW: STRANGERS ON THE PIER
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 7:00 p.m.
Moderation: Ralph Tharayil. German reading: Mario Fuchs
The discussion will be in English.
Snacks & drinks will be available until the next event at 9:00 p.m.

THE LITERATURHAUS BASEL
BETWEEN UTOPIA AND SOCIAL REALITY
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 9:00 p.m.
With IVNA ŽIC, HENRI-MICHEL YERÉ, and RALPH THARAYIL
Moderation: Katrin Eckert

SPECIAL BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 6:00 p.m.
Welcome: EVA HERZOG, President of LiteraturBasel
Greeting: CONRADIN CRAMER, President of the City Council of Basel-Stadt
A look back at 25 Years of the Literaturhaus: KATRIN ECKERT, Artistic Director
Discussion: Literature in Times of Crisis
With JONAS LÜSCHER and SASHA MARIANNA SALZMANN
Moderation: Thomas Strässle
Followed by refreshments & music
The event is free of charge. Limited seating available.

Fragen der Zeit — Issues of our Time
“HISTORY WITHOUT END”
EDMUND DE WAAL ON COLLECTING AND REMEMBERING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25, 7:00 p.m.
Moderation: Tessa Rosebrock
The discussion will be in English.
This event is not in-house! Kunstmuseum Basel, Neubau

SEASON OPENING
THE LONG NIGHT OF SWISS LITERATURE
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 6 — 10 p.m.
With readings & discussions

OPEN HOUSE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 11 a.m. — 3 p.m.
A look behind the scenes & short events for young and old
Part of the Theaterplatz Festival