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“Make your own knife!”

A unique opportunity to assemble your own personal knife, with the help of a cutler from Victorinox.
Tuesday till Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.


16 April 2010, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
17 and 18 Avril 2010, 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

7 May 2010, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
8 and 9 May 2010, 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

28 May 2010, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
29 and 30 May 2010, 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

11 June 2010, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
12 and 13 June 2010, 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.


CHF 20.-, on registration phone +41 (0)22 994 88 90 or info.prangins@slm.admin.ch

Special day
7 March 2010
from 1.30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Free entrance to the museum and activities, except for the “Make your own knife!” workshop

• Parallel event at 2 p.m. and 3.30 p.m.

“The thousand and one faces of the knife”

Guided tours of the exhibition

“Cutting up and making holes!”

An activity for children aged between 6 and 12. A chance to learn more about the Swiss Army knife, followed by a treasure hunt for knives hidden around the castle.


• Permanent activities, from 1.30 p.m. to 5 p.m

“Make your own knife!”

A unique opportunity to produce your own personal knife, with the help of a cutler from Victorinox.

“Bring out your knives and scissors!”

Jean-Paul Berchier, an experienced knife grinder, will sharpen your knives for you (maximum of three knives per family).

“Masterpieces of the cutler’s art”

Marvel at the craftsmanship and creations of Charles Roulin, one of the world’s greatest knifemaking artists. The event will be attended by the artist in person!

“The wonderful story of the Swiss Army knife”

A fascinating documentary by Gérard Lafont, looking at the incredible history of the iconic pocket knife: originally designed for the Swiss army, this remarkable steel and plastic tool rapidly developed a fascination all of its own.

Guided public tours


Sunday 21 March 2010, 3 p.m. to 4.15 p.m., with Pamela Hunziker, guide
Thursday 15 April 2010, 6.30 p.m. to 7.45 p.m., with Marie-Hélène Pellet, curator
Thursday 6 May 2010, 2.30 p.m. to 3.45 p.m., with Marie-Hélène Pellet, curator
Thursday 10 June 2010, 2.30 p.m. to 3.45 p.m., with Marie-Hélène Pellet, curator

Entrance and guided tour : CHF 12.-

Guided tours on request

In French, German or English
Entrance : CHF 5.- / person
Visit : CHF 120.-

Information and reservation +41 (0)22 994 88 90

Tours for schools

Discovery workshop for children from 6 to 12
“Knife quest”

Human beings have used knives since time immemorial. This activity is a chance for young people to learn about the exciting story of a tool that is as mythical as it is practical – and the sometimes surprising forms it has taken over the years. Duration: 1 1/2 hours
Registration required +41 (0)22 994 88 90

Free activity, free entrance to the museum