BELvue, History museum at Place des Palais, Brussels, Belgium
The BELvue Museum displays permanent exhibitions about Belgian history through artifacts, documents, and interactive displays across multiple floors.
Founded in 1977 and renewed in 2005, the museum documents the evolution of Belgium from its independence to its current federal structure.
The museum organizes educational programs focused on democracy, politics, and social changes, offering workshops for schools and guided tours.
Located near metro stations Parc, Trone, and Porte de Namur, the museum opens Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 to 17:00 and weekends from 10:00 to 18:00.
Les Filles@BELvue restaurant within the museum serves organic Belgian meals, while the shop sells national items without requiring museum admission.
Location: City of Brussels
Official opening: July 19, 2005
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Address: Pl. des Palais 7, 1000 Bruxelles 1000
Opening Hours: Monday off; Tuesday-Friday 09:00-17:00; Saturday-Sunday 10:00-18:00; July-August Tuesday-Friday 10:00-18:00; January 1 off; December 24 09:00-16:00; December 25 off; December 31 09:00-16:00
Phone: +3225004554
Website: https://belvue.be
GPS coordinates: 50.84261,4.36069
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:40
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