What does Central Africa represent for you? What stories and images have shaped your perception of this territory, both close through history and sometimes distant in people’s minds? MusAfrica invites you to question your perceptions and explore the many facets of the historical, cultural and human links that unite Africa and Belgium.
Through an exceptional collection of objects, archives, books and photographs, MusAfrica offers you a documented and critical view of our shared history. Each exhibited piece tells a story of a relationship, an influence, an exchange. While discovering them, you are invited to reflect, to dialogue and to better understand the realities that link our two regions of the world.
À travers une collection exceptionnelle d’objets, d’archives, de livres et de photographies, MusAfrica Namur vous offre un regard documenté et critique sur notre histoire partagée. Chaque pièce exposée raconte une relation, une influence, un échange. En les découvrant, vous êtes invité à la réflexion, au dialogue et à une meilleure compréhension des réalités qui lient nos deux régions du monde.
As part of a contemporary dynamic, MusAfrica is not limited to the past. It takes part in the social debates of the 21st century by offering you new perspectives on the discovery of African art, culture and identities, both from the past and present.
MusAfrica is a community and participatory forum for everyone: the curious, history enthusiasts, art lovers, families, researchers, students, etc., Belgians, Africans, people of African descent, etc. It is a meeting place where perspectives and minds meet and are enriched, particularly through exhibitions, conferences and workshops.
MusAfrica Namur est avant tout un forum citoyen, participatif qui s’adresse à tous ; curieux, passionnés d’histoire, amateurs d’art, familles, chercheurs, étudiants et afrodescendants… Il est un lieu de rencontres où se croisent et s’enrichissent les regards et les esprits, notamment au travers d’expositions, conférences, ateliers et événements.
A place that illuminates colonial history and its legacies, allowing everyone to embrace this common history and to maintain a sense of historical awareness.
A museum-forum where exchanges and discussions make it possible to explore complex realities, essential to understanding the links between Belgium and Africa.
A venue that promotes artistic expression from Africa, highlighting the wealth of traditions and diversity of contemporary creativity.
A special learning environment for students in history, anthropology, museology and related disciplines, promoting the transmission of knowledge.
Thanks to its collections and specialised library, MusAfrica is an essential resource for researchers interested in Africa and its history.
A venue that deconstructs stereotypes and offers a more accurate and nuanced view of Belgian-African relations, raising public awareness of the current realities of the continent.
A living museum, supported by professionals and volunteers, promoting intergenerational and intercultural dialogue in a dynamic setting that is open to anyone.
Whatever the reason for your visit and whatever you’re looking for, the many facets of our Museum will help you explore and deepen your understanding of the ties between Africa and our country.
Plan your visitYes, the museum is 100% accessible topeople with reduced mobility. A lift provides access to all levels and thecirculation areas are wide.
The opening hours and all information relevant to school visits can be found on our page Practical information
The first level of text on the information panels is in three languages (French, Dutch and English). The descriptions are in French only. In the future, a QR code will provide all explanations in three languages.
Unfortunately, the museum does not have a restaurant or cafeteria. However, there are many restaurants and bars in the immediate vicinity.
The museum is located at a 10-minute walk from the station. Many bus lines pass in front of the museum (stop: Rue du Premier Lanciers): 1, 2, 4, 5, 9, 40, 65.