Royal Museum for Central Africa Natural History Collections
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
A fascinating and enormous collection of natural history exhibits stained by a dark colonial legacy.

📜 Ethnography and natural history museum established in 1898 in Tervuren, Belgium.
🔍 Showcases collections related to Central Africa, with a focus on ethnography and anthropology, including the Congo Panorama exhibition.

Why Go

🌍 Explore unique and varied collections in human and natural sciences
🐘 See interesting taxidermy specimens like African forest elephant, Okapi, potto, and gorillas
🏛️ Experience neoclassical 'palace' architecture and historical exhibits
📚 Learn about Central African history, including its colonial legacy
🖼️ See unique exhibitions like the Congo Panorama
🌳 Enjoy beautiful gardens and proximity to Forêt de Soignes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Activities for all ages, including school groups and families

Why Avoid

⚠️ Exhibits have a dark colonial legacy, which might be sensitive

Tips

💡 Consider a guided tour for deeper insights into the Congo Panorama
🌳 Enjoy the green setting with French formal gardens and Forêt de Soignes

Cost

💰 Entrance fee €12. Reduced rates for groups, seniors, students, and concessions. Free for under 18, ICOM members, Brussels Card holders.

Hours

🕒 Tuesdays to Fridays 10 a.m.

  • 5 p.m., Weekends 10 a.m.
  • 6 p.m. Closed Mondays, 1 January, 1 May, 25 December. Closes 2:00 p.m. on 24 and 31 December.

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