Life pulsates at the Library Am Guisanplatz BiG
For this year's Bern Museum Night, the Library Am Guisanplatz put together a fast-paced programme under the motto 'Tempo, tempo!'
Like every year, the eight hours of the Bern Museum Night were jam-packed at the Library Am Guisanplatz BiG. In the Human Library, people met to discuss the pace of society, sports, and work life. In an intimate setting, they shared stories about their lives that were touching, inspiring, amusing, and that challenged commonly held perceptions.
On the stage, spontaneity was in demand. On the fly and under the cheeky direction of the 'Folientango' group, the audience provided witty explanations to various cultural assets in the BiG's collection – for once tongue-in-cheek, without scientific approach or any claim to accuracy. Obviously, the historically correct facts were provided afterwards.
For those taking part in the sport stacking activity, fast hands were an advantage. With laser focus, cups were stacked and unstacked in a matter of only seconds. This dexterity exercise is promoted in schools and is considered highly beneficial – not just a fun pastime.
Sporty visitors at the BiG could try the Swiss Armed Forces' new 'get ready' sports app, which was developed together with the Federal Office of Sport. Seemingly simple exercises were deceptively difficult to do – making it especially fun to compete against other participants. Up-and-coming mountain biker Linda Indergand and speed skater Livio Wenger, who is an elite athlete in the armed forces, were both well-known competitors.
Aviation and adventure fans could experience a virtual Patrouille Suisse flight, a hydraulic chair making the experience even more realistic. Those more comfortable on solid ground could have their digital picture taken on an old-fashioned motorcycle with a sidecar.
Children were not the only ones impressed by the quick animations created by 'Kleinaberfein'. Adults were just as fascinated by the wooden cobra weave stick bombs, which took patience and precision to set up. This was also the case for the creative book racetrack, and the noisy, musical dominos.
The Hollenstein bookbindery set up hands-on activities for its Bern Museum Night visitors. In addition to insights into traditional bookbinding, guests who wished to be creative could make their own matchboxes.
Taking a break with a warming barley soup or a delicious crêpe from 'Chadafö' was a great way to digest the night's many impressions.
The BiG would like to thank everyone involved for a fantastic 2019 Bern Museum Night!