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On Sunday 28 April in Wiltz, the new children's museum PLOMM welcomed its first visitors!
There are numerous activities available for children in Luxembourg, but this week, there's something entirely new on the horizon! Introducing "Plomm" (meaning "feather" in English), the country's first-ever museum dedicated exclusively to children aged 0 to 12!
The museum's goal is to engage children through entertaining and interactive exhibits covering a variety of topics. According to an official statement, "The children's museum PLOMM provides a space for reflection, dialogue, and learning, allowing each child to explore at their own pace. It's a place where creativity and interaction mix. Children are prompted to inquire, play, assume various roles, and most importantly, actively participate with the activities in order to uncover and cultivate their unique ways to express themselves."
The museum will open its doors this Sunday. What can you expect? Well, from strolls through the enchanting "Tree of Tales" to guided tours of the temporary exhibition "LOVE," children are bound to be captivated. Other activities include readings accompanied by music, engaging creative workshops, a spectacular concert, delightful puppet shows, and much more. Below is a glimpse into the exciting lineup of activities available at the museum on its opening day and in the months ahead.
The museum emphasises that the activities this Sunday are free of charge, however, don’t wait too long to book! Some of them are already sold out.
Read also our curated list for other family-friendly museums in Luxembourg!
Tree of Tales
Rising majestically to a height of 7 metres, the Tree of Tales stands at the centre of the museum, and offers many activities for children to explore. From a labyrinth nestled within its roots to a treehouse and nest perched in its crown, a wealth of stories and adventures await.
Duration: 60 minutes. From 0 to 12 years old. Please note that this activity will be conducted exclusively in Luxembourgish. However, the museum has announced plans to offer it in other languages in the near future.
Exhibition "LOVE"
The temporary exhibit "LOVE" will take children on a journey to love – an imaginary fantasy world far away from everything they have previously known. Once there, they can discover new ways of seeing and thinking about love in all its forms and facets. The artful design of the exhibition elements invites you to explore and try things out.
Duation: 90 minutes. From 4 to 12 years old. Languages: Luxembourgish, French, German, and English.
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A musical reading will be presented by McCloud Zicmuse this Sunday. You can select various times if you are interested in participating (11:30 AM – 12:00 PM; 1:45 PM – 2:15 PM; 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM).
For children aged 2 and over. Booking is mandatory. The reading will be in French.
Workshops
In the workshops, "children learn about a variety of means of expression and discover their creative potential. Particular attention is paid to the exchange of experiences and self encountering. Media and creative workshops on several topics take place throughout the year," explains the museum.
The workshops will be available starting in the summer of 2024, with a workshop program scheduled for the end of September.
Prices, additional information...
It's important to note that aside from the museum's opening this weekend, visits to the exhibition at PLOMM are only possible as part of a booked guided tour and subject to a charge for visitors over a certain age. The museum explains on its website that: "Guided tours and all other programmes are offered at fixed time slots. Since the number of participants is limited, booking in advance via our online booking system is necessary. A limited number of tickets can also be purchased at the museum ticket office."
Price:
- Up to 3 years old: €0
- Up to 4 years old: €5-7
- Kulturpass: €1.5
-Children must be accompanied by an adult over 18.
-The museum is located at 19, rue Charles Lambert in Wiltz.
You will find more information on the museum's website (click here).