Art & History Museum

🛠️ Temporary closure of the Antiquities wing
The Antiquities Wing is currently closed to the public until at least the end of June 2026 for safety reasons and renovation work on the ceilings and heating system. As a result, the galleries of Egypt, Greece, Rome, Near East & Iran and Art of the Islamic World are temporarily inaccessible.

📚 Closure of the libraries
The three libraries are currently closed for an indefinite period.
Their reopening will be announced on this site as soon as possible.

🌎 Embark on a fascinating journey through art and history
Come and stroll among the prehistoric flints and Merovingian tombs, explore lavishly-laid tables and take a step back to admire the impressive Brussels tapestries and altarpieces. Head on an Asian tour amongst Buddha statues, then travel to the other side of the world to marvel at Aztec and Mayan sculptures.
Just to top it all off, discover the stunning collection of Belgian Art Nouveau and Art Deco in a new spacious exhibition hall!