Meunier Museum

The Meunier Museum is the former home of Belgian artist Constantin Meunier and houses more than 150 of his works. The collection features bronze sculptures, paintings, and drawings displayed throughout the rooms of the original residence.

Meunier occupied the building from 1899 until 1905 as both his home and working studio. The Belgian state purchased it in 1936 and opened it to the public in 1939 as part of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts.

The collection portrays factory workers and their daily lives during the industrial era. This focus on ordinary people and labor reflected a shift in how artists viewed society and what subjects deserved artistic attention.

The museum is located on Rue de l'Abbaye and offers free admission for visitors. It operates on weekdays, though weekend visits are available by prior arrangement for groups.

The house preserves the original separation between private living quarters and the artist's studio where Meunier created his bronze sculptures. Visitors can see how the artist's daily work was intertwined with his private life.

Location: Ixelles - Elsene

Inception: 1899

Architects: Ernest Delune

Architectural style: eclectic architecture

Operator: Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

Part of: Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium

Website: https://fine-arts-museum.be/en/museums/musee-meunier-museum

GPS coordinates: 50.81912,4.36710

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:21