Who is the family afternoon suitable for?

The program is aimed at families with children aged 4 and up, combining exhibition experience, exploration, and creative work.

How much does the visit cost?

For 1 child and 1 adult companion, the offer costs 20 euros. Additional children cost 5 euros, additional adults 10 euros.

How long does the event last?

The event is scheduled from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM.

Where does the event take place?

At Beethoven House Bonn, Bonngasse 20-26, 53111 Bonn.

Is there a personal artwork to take home?

Yes, at the end of the creative afternoon, participants create their own artwork.

Is the exhibition also interesting for adults?

Yes, because the format combines child-friendly education with a solid approach to pop art, Beethoven reception, and museum culture.

Beethoven by Warhol transforms Bonn into a colorful family art experience full of discoveries

Name: Beethoven by Warhol - Family Afternoon at Beethoven House Bonn
Start: 2026-09-20T14:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-20T17:00:00+02:00
Location: Beethoven-Haus Bonn

Colors, Pop Art and Beethoven: an afternoon full of discoveries

With Beethoven by Warhol, the Beethoven House Bonn invites families with children aged 4 and up to a creative exhibition visit. On September 20, 2026, the format combines art observation, playful exploration, and personal creativity into a lively art experience between museum, pop art, and music history.

Andy Warhol meets Ludwig van Beethoven

The special exhibition is dedicated to the fascinating encounter of two icons: the composer Beethoven and the pop art pioneer Andy Warhol. The focus is on Warhol's artistic reception of Beethoven, including the famous screen printing series that transforms the classic into the visual language of the 1980s. More than 100 objects from international and regional collections provide a multifaceted view of work, impact, and cultural memory.

Playful art observation for small and large explorers

The afternoon begins with an exploration of the museum and a treasure hunt: Where has Andy Warhol hidden? After that, Beethoven himself comes into focus, age-appropriate and at the same time art-historically grounded. Silhouettes, printing techniques, and movement elements introduce the aesthetic experience of pop art and make visible how repetition, contrast, and image rhythm create a unique exhibition atmosphere.

Personal artworks to take home

The program focuses not only on observation but on creative action. Participants experiment with chance, color, and form to create their own artwork at the end. This museum educational approach opens up immediate access to art for children: see, understand, try out, and shape the visual world themselves.

The Beethoven House as a place for living cultural education

The Beethoven House Bonn is one of the most famous music museums in Europe and presents a curated connection of historical depth and contemporary visual language in its special exhibition. The place itself adds extra excitement to the visit: here, the biography of the composer meets modern exhibition design, collection culture, and cultural education. Thus, a family program becomes an intense art experience with a lasting impression.

Conclusion: An afternoon that connects art and curiosity

Beethoven by Warhol promises an inspiring museum afternoon between pop art, music history, and personal creativity. Those who want to experience art not just visually but with all their senses should visit this exhibition in Bonn live.