We devote ourselves wholeheartedly to our goals of promoting a better understanding of nature, preserving the artefacts in our collection and telling their stories. Your support would be greatly appreciated, and we would be delighted if you helped us shape the museum's future. There are many ways in which you can play a part in defining the future of our museum.

It is important to us that your commitment to nature, its exploration and the communication of this knowledge continues to have an impact for many generations to come. By leaving a bequest, a legacy or a commemorative donation to our museum, you can ensure that your legacy lives on and that our work continues. You will play a part in keeping our collections of unique artefacts intact for many centuries to come, protecting them as the natural history treasures they are today.

We would be happy to discuss any personal wishes you may have regarding a special donation to the museum. Please do not hesitate to contact us, we will be happy to assist you in any way we can.

Good to know
All bequests made to the Natural History Museum Basel from anywhere in Switzerland are tax-exempt.

Our Co-Director, David Alder, looks forward to arranging a personal meeting with you.