On show at the Museum

On show at the Museum

Did you ever look into a mammoth’s trunk? Stand face to face with a raging buffalo? Do you have dreams of living a Neanderthal’s life? What are you waiting for? Plunge... into a Museum that’s alive!

Dinosaurs

The Museum’s dinosaurs are back! Visit our brand-new Dinosaur Gallery, Europe's largest dinosaur exhibition.

PaleoLAB

The paleoLAB is a discovery room entirely dedicated to the world of fossils, aimed at children aged 5 year and older. Opened during (Belgian) school holidays.

Evolution

The incredible richness of the living world is the result of an age-long evolution. Travel through time and meet your ancient ancestors in our Museum.

BiodiverCITY

No, the city does not only consist of setts, walls and concrete Come and discover the city’s biodiversity in BiodiverCITY, a brand new permanent gallery at the Museum.

Animal Kingdom

Silverfishes and agoutis, aardwolves and capybaras, tiger moths and tarantulas, cuttlefish and cat sharks... They’ll give you a taste of the abundant animal kingdom in the permanent halls.

Minerals

Splendid crystals, cut gems, meteorites and precious bits of moon rock are telling about their truly brilliant existence.

250 Years of Natural Sciences

The history of the museum is filled with amazing tales. Discover how an 18th century cabinet of curiosities was transformed into a modern research centre and innovative museum.

Temporary exhibitions

Our temporary exhibitions are an overwhelming success every time! Discover our current and future exhibitions – or browse the archives.

Beyond the Museum

Unique pieces, hands-on exhibits, attractive halls... But a lot more is happening above your head or behind the walls. Discover it here. Because the Museum is more than a museum...

Directions

How to get to the Museum, by private vehicle or by public transport.