At the turn of the 20th century, music became more accessible to the general public. Once confined to private salons, it found new life in public spaces, notably through music pavilions. This shift was accompanied by a stylistic transformation, marked by the emergence of jazz, which ushered in a new golden age of music.
This conference by Arnaud Bosch is a continuation of the conference held on October 1, 2024. Attendance at the first session is not required to follow and enjoy this segment.
What connection exists between heritage books and the animal world? This tour delves into the life of an old book, from its creation using animal products to its deterioration caused by pests. Participants will also discover preservation techniques that safeguard this written heritage. The event sparks a reflection on our utilitarian relationship with animals. Led by Lucas Arpin, the tour is organized by the Festival Histoire & Cité in partnership with the Bibliothèque de Genève.
In French.
Watches and Wonders Geneva invites you to a complimentary event in downtown Geneva, offering insight into the art of watchmaking and an exploration of the concept of time. At the Watchmaking Village, located at Pont de la Machine, visitors can engage in educational and cultural workshops and exhibitions. Discover the intricacies of watchmaking professions and witness live qualifications for SwissSkills 2025. Enjoy readings, screenings, and workshops that provide unique perspectives on time. Don’t miss the nighttime event and evening festivities in the Rue-Basses for a distinctive horological experience.
The 10th edition of the Festival Histoire et Cité delves into the intricate relationship between humans and animals, spanning from prehistory to the present. With nearly 150 invited guests, including Michel Pastoureau and Marie Darrieussecq, the festival offers conferences, film screenings, exhibitions, and roundtable discussions on contemporary animal-related issues. This free event takes place across multiple cities.
Marion Bareil from Tourmaline Studio is hosting a workshop at the Bibliothèque de la Cité to design a narrative video game using Twine. Participants will craft an interactive story where players make decisions that influence the outcome.
Thibaud Gruber offers insights into chimpanzee behavior at the Festival Histoire et Cité. He delves into the cognitive and social abilities of these animals, comparing human culture with that of chimpanzees and examining unique learning processes within the animal kingdom. This talk challenges the boundaries traditionally drawn between humans and animals.
In French.
Kaoutar Harchi’s book, “Ainsi l’animal et nous,” delves into how the human-animal divide was crafted to validate social exclusion and domination. By examining the dehumanization and marginalization of humans through animalization, she encourages a reevaluation of our relationship with animality and violence, proposing new forms of justice. This thought-provoking discussion will be part of a gathering at Bains des Pâquis, in collaboration with the Histoire et Cité festival and Les Indépendantes.
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