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Brussels City Museum, Municipal museum in Grand Place, Belgium

The Brussels City Museum is an art museum on the Grand Place, housed in a neo-Gothic building from the 16th century. Its collections include paintings, sculptures, and objects that document the city's development from medieval times to today.

The building was constructed in 1504 and served as an administrative center before undergoing major reconstruction in the 19th century. The museum was founded in 1887 and has displayed the city's history through its collections since then.

The museum displays works by regional artists and original sculptures from the Town Hall that reflect life in the city across generations. Visitors can see how craftsmanship and artistic traditions shaped the city's identity.

The museum is open daily except Mondays and offers guided tours. Free admission is available to all visitors on the first Sunday of each month.

The top floor displays the original Manneken Pis statue, Brussels's most famous symbol. This small figure is among the collection's most valued objects and shows the importance of local landmarks to the city.

Location: City of Brussels

Inception: 1887

Operator: Ville de Bruxelles - Stad Brussel

Phone: +3222794350

Email: musea@brucity.be

Website: https://brusselscitymuseum.brussels

GPS coordinates: 50.84698,4.35278

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41

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