Swiss Post’s commitment to art
We are committed to art through projects, our own collection, and formats that make art visible and accessible.
Our commitment to art
Since 1924, Swiss Post has been building a collection of contemporary art that now comprises around 500 works. Our commitment goes beyond acquiring works and rests on three pillars: the art collection, art in architecture and the “Art in the Periphery” format. The art collection focuses on works that address diversity, social justice, care for natural resources, sustainability and climate issues, as well as engagement with our history and the influence of new technologies on the worlds we live in.
Our focus areas
Art collection
Our art collection is both a gallery and an archive. It presents selected works and opens up a dialogue about themes, positions and forms of artistic expression.
Art in dialogue - Let’s Talk About
The discussion series “Let’s Talk About” accompanies the publication about Swiss Post’s art collection. In moderated discussions, artists and specialists discuss key themes of the collection.
Exhibition cooperation
As part of exhibition cooperation, Swiss Post works with museums and cultural institutions. Together, they create exhibitions that make works from the collection accessible in different places.
Art projects and news
PostPac ART III by Christine Streuli
Everyday art! The new PostPac ART III is here! This is now followed by the third artistically designed copy in the popular size 2 (PostPac 2).
Art meets craft: a talk on indigo, ideas and identity
Art meets craft: at the Zurich Art Weekend, Mirko Baselgia and Matteo Gehringer talk about indigo, tradition and contemporary art.
Art in dialogue – an insight into the Swiss Post collection
New conversations: “Art in conversation” offers insights into Swiss Post’s collection and brings together artists and perspectives from various disciplines.
George Steinmann commission
With “Rhizome”, George Steinmann is creating a natural art work for Swiss Post. Seven works of plants, minerals and spring water are on display in Bern.
Swiss Post brochure x STUDIO Magazine
An article on our commitment to art was published in STUDIO magazine.
PostPac ART II - Sous la Surface
Swiss Post presents the new PostPac ART II (Sous la Surface) by Douglas Mandry – further evidence of its commitment to promoting contemporary art in everyday life.
“Meadow” stamp – Swiss Post’s commitment to art
The “Meadow” stamp by Monica Ursina Jäger uses chlorophyll pigments. A lively work of art on the periphery of Swiss Post’s commitment to art.
Art card booklet «Art in architecture» works
Maria Pomiansky reinterprets Swiss Post’s “Art in Architecture.” Discover colorful reinterpretations, a card set, and information available on site via QR codes.
Publications
Publication about the art collection
The publication provides insights into Swiss Post’s art collection and presents selected artists. It explores works, key themes and the background to the collection in greater depth.
Swiss Post’s commitment to art Newsletter
Stay up to date with our commitment to art. Our newsletter provides regular insights into our art collection, exhibitions and projects.
