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KBR museum

Name: KBR museum
Rating: 4.6

4.6 ·

Discover the KBR museum, where the royal library's collection comes to life. Follow how medieval books were made, from inks to binding, and watch an animated manuscript unfold.

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Full description

The KBR museum draws on the national library's collections to present manuscripts and books alongside the culture of the Burgundian and later elites. Reviewers describe an educational visit that explains how books were made, from inks to binding, and links the craft to medieval society.

An animated manuscript is singled out as a highlight. It is free, needs no booking and takes about 45 minutes, which makes it an easy addition to a day of museums in the centre.

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Address

Mont des Arts 28, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium · Bruxelles

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

45 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Entry is free and the museum is closed on Mondays
watch the animated manuscript
read the sections on inks and bookbinding, which reviewers found especially clear.

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Reviews

Impressive collection of books form the basis for an interesting and educational museum. The book making process is well explained and some interesting links to medieval society are made. Exceeded my expectations.

Floris van Hal

2/5

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