The Mayer van den Bergh Museum is open. Tickets are to be purchased online for a visit during a fixed time block. See our Practical information.
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Presentation
Rendezvous with a visionary woman
Tuesday 09 March 2021 - Sunday 09 January 2022 from 10:00 to 17:00
Individual visitorsA museum as homage: this is what Henriette Mayer van den Bergh (1838–1920) achieved in the space of barely three years. After the sudden death of her son Fritz, she realized his unfulfilled wish: to open a museum devoted to his breathtaking collection. Following the opening of the museum, Henriette was hailed as a grande dame. Her enterprising, purposeful and resolute personality made a huge impression.
Exhibition
Masterpieces and Their Collectors
Saturday 05 October 2019 - Sunday 09 January 2022 from 10:00 to 17:00
Individual visitorsIt goes without saying that Bruegel and Fouquet are the real masters behind ‘Dulle Griet’ and The Madonna. Yet it is thanks to master collectors that we are able to enjoy these outstanding works today. Step into the world of connoisseurs Fritz and Florent and discover their relentless nose for beauty.
New publication
At home in a museum
‘At home in a museum. The story of Henriëtte and Fritz Mayer van den Bergh’ delves deeper into the origins and fascinating history of our museum and its founders, Henriëtte en Fritz Mayer van den Bergh. Author Ulrike Müller outlines the personalities behind the collection, their family background and international network, their passions and their modus operandi. The book, which contains lots of quotes and previously unpublished 19th-century photos, chronicles the Belle Epoque in Antwerp. Published by Hannibal Books and available for purchase in our museum shop.
About Fritz and his collection
The museum bears the name of Fritz Mayer van den Bergh, a man of means, art connoisseur and eminent collector. Who was he? What role does his mother play in the story? What did he collect? And where does Pieter Bruegel come into it all?
The name of Pieter Bruegel the Elder is known worldwide. However, this was not the case in Fritz Mayer van den Bergh’s day. Again, he was ahead of his time. Bruegel’s works are now the undoubted high points of the museum collection.
Plan your visit
The museum is always open online. Find out all about Fritz Mayer van den Bergh and his admiration for Bruegel, take our ‘Madonna Meets Mad Meg’ audio tour, or discover the key masterpieces in our collection.
You can now visit the Mayer van den Bergh Museum again. Discover Fritz Mayer van den Bergh’s breathtaking collection and his connoisseur’s eye for beauty. The health and safety of our visitors and our staff is paramount, so we will ensure safe surroundings for your visit. We also ask you to take a number of measures into account. We look forward to seeing you very soon!