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Jan Brueghel I (1568–1625): An Excellent Draughtsman

No previous exhibition has been dedicated solely to the drawn oeuvre of Jan Brueghel I. The Snyders&Rockox House is focusing on Pieter’s son Jan as a draughtsman for the first time.

Conversations

Contemporary and historical masters in dialogue

15 contemporary artists look at the Fritz Mayer van den Bergh collection and enter into a dialogue with centuries-old paintings, modest sculptures and lavish retables. An intriguing blend of old and new where you examine the work with a fresh pair of eyes.

Workshop: decorate a dining plate in Bruegel style 

In this workshop, you make your own personalised dining plate, inspired by the impressive collection belonging to Fritz Mayer van den Bergh.

Monday 21 April 2025 from 13:00 to 16:30

Workshop: make your own ex libris book stamp 

Give your books an original and personal touch with your very own ex libris book stamp. The decorative elements in the museum are the ideal inspiration for this workshop.

Sunday 13 April 2025 from 14:00 to 16:30

Workshop: help shape the museum of the future

What does your ideal museum look like? Take a seat at our interactive hands-on table and help in shaping the museum of the future.

Saturday 5 April 2025 from 13:00 to 17:00
Sunday 6 April 2025 from 13:00 to 17:00
Saturday 12 April 2025 from 13:00 to 17:00
Saturday 19 April 2025 from 13:00 to 17:00

The museum of tomorrow 

Curious to discover the museum's plans for the future? Pop in during the weekend to the neighbouring Hof van Arenberg, the former residence of the Mayer van den Bergh family.  

Saturday 5 April 2025 until Sunday 6 April 2025 from 13:00 to 17:00
Saturday 12 April 2025 until Sunday 13 April 2025 from 13:00 to 17:00
Saturday 19 April 2025 from 13:00 to 17:00
Monday 21 April 2025 from 13:00 to 17:00

Family workshop: Make your own museum 

A workshop for children aged 3 to 6 and their (grand)parents

What does your ideal museum look like? Set to work with patches of cloth, craft accessories and frills and conjure your dream museum out of your hat.

Laatste plaatsen Saturday 19 April 2025 from 10:00 to 11:00
Laatste plaatsen Saturday 19 April 2025 from 13:00 to 14:00
Laatste plaatsen Wednesday 23 April 2025 from 14:00 to 15:00
Laatste plaatsen Wednesday 23 April 2025 from 15:30 to 16:30

Yoga in the museum

Roll out your yoga mat in one of the charming museum galleries and do some relaxing meditation under expert guidance.

Uitverkocht Sunday 6 April 2025 from 9:00 to 10:00
Uitverkocht Sunday 13 April 2025 from 9:00 to 10:00

Museum by night

Experience a magical evening of art and exploration 

Date with your favourite masterpiece, listen to a guide or attend a drawing workshop. Top off your evening visit with an intimate concert.

Friday 4 April 2025 from 17:00 to 22:00
Wednesday 9 April 2025 from 17:00 to 22:00
Saturday 26 April 2025 from 17:00 to 22:00

Tea ceremony 

Sample real Chinese tea in a unique setting 

Henriëtte van den Bergh, mother of the collector Fritz Mayer van den Bergh and the museum's founder, enjoyed treating her guests to a cup of tea. Inspired by Henriëtte, a tea sommelier will receive you for an authentic tea ceremony.

Uitverkocht Friday 25 April 2025 from 11:00 to 13:00
Uitverkocht Friday 25 April 2025 from 14:00 to 16:00