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Library collection
The Middelheim Museum is an internationally renowned research center, specializing in sculpture and art in public spaces since 1870. In the library, you'll find a wealth of information about the museum collection, modern and contemporary sculpture, and art in public spaces.
For everyone
First and foremost, the library supports the museum's operations by providing information to the scientific staff and museum guides. Additionally, researchers, students, educators, and anyone interested in modern and contemporary sculpture can also access the library.
© Tom Cornille
Open access
Welcome to the museum library. Take a seat at the reading tables and delve into our publications.
Are you looking for a book on a specific theme or artist? The library staff is happy to assist you. To inspire you, some notable publications are highlighted on the main reading table.
Opening hours
- Oct – Mar: 10:00 – 16:00
- Apr & Sept: 10:00 – 18:00
- May – Aug: 10:00 – 19:00
House rules:
- Feel free to come and browse the library's shelves, feel free to take publications from an open shelf yourself. You can browse those at a place of your choice. Another part of the collection is on deposit and can be requested via the online library catalogue.
- You can take photos (without flash) of publications with your smartphone; you can use the available scanning tent for this purpose. A staff member will be happy to help you.
- All publications remain in the library. You cannot lend them out or take them outside.
- After use, put the publication back on the book trolley. Then the staff will put it back in the right place.
- Do you have a question or are you looking for a publication? Feel free to speak to a staff member or contact us via email at middelheimmuseum_bibliotheek@antwerpen.be. Publications are requested at least 2 working days in advance.
- The museum is not responsible for personal material.
- Backpacks, bags and umbrellas are not allowed in the reading room, please use the lockers.
- Vandalism or theft will always be reported.
- At the very back of the collection pavilion is a quiet room, ideal for students, researchers or those seeking peace and quiet.
- Group work can be done at the reading table in the centre of the pavilion.
