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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.

Yoga in the museum

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

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.

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.

Family workshop: A patchwork portrait

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

A patchwork portrait? That's a portrait you can stroke and feel. In this exciting workshop by Congé Bricolé, infants from 3 to 6 years old and their (grand)parents work together.

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.

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.  

Beloved Favourites

43 Personal Stories from the Mayer van den Bergh Collection

Discover extraordinary artworks through surprising, personal perspectives.

    Friday 20 June 2025 until Sunday 12 September 2027 from 10:00 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.