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Introduction to the Middelheim Museum

For groups

A special history of an equally special museum. Anyone wishing to reconstruct our history based on lively stories, fun facts and backstage secrets will definitely enjoy this walk. About the past and present.

In celebration of 75 years of the Middelheim Museum and the new presentation of the collection, we will offer a new version of this tour starting May 17, 2025. You will be able to book it from April.

Special Stories

In this tour, you will discover:

  • the founding of the museum
  • the history of the former Biennales
  • the new direction in 1993
  • the history and nature of the international collection, from Rodin to the present
  • the annual acquisition of (contemporary) artworks
  • the organization of exhibitions (mainly contemporary art: solo exhibitions, group exhibitions, thematic exhibitions…)
  • the link with public art
  • the challenges of preserving and managing artworks in an open-air museum
  • the museum/park relationship.

We will also make a brief visit to the collection pavilion.

 

Practical

Tour Introduction to the Middelheim Museum

  • € 120 for 2 hours
  • 15 participants per guide, maximum 2 guides at the same time
  • Meeting point at the visitor pavilion (courtyard)

 

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