Museum aan de Stroom

At the MAS | Museum am Strom you will get to know Antwerp in the world and the world in Antwerp. Use all your senses to discover the rich past of the city, the river and the port. Enjoy the magnificent view of the city and be surprised by the many large and small details of this architectural gem.

The museum

Antwerp is located on a river and has a large harbor. This fact has been the source of numerous encounters and lively exchanges for centuries. The MAS collects the traces of this exchange and tells new stories about the city, the river and the port, about the world that is different everywhere and about the relationship between Antwerp and the rest of the world. Get to know Antwerp in the world and the world in Antwerp.

The building

The MAS is a symbol of water. You will notice this as soon as you approach the museum. The wavy glass, the reflection in the water... From the roof you can see how the Scheldt connects the city with the world. The MAS also resembles a huge warehouse. The museum was inspired by the 19th century warehouses that characterize this district. A boulevard leads you along all the museum halls to the top. On the way, you can take a look at the impressive mosaic by Luc Tuymans on the museum forecourt. A breathtaking panoramic view of Antwerp awaits you at the top of the roof.

Picnic in and on the MAS

Would you like to combine a visit to the MAS with an unforgettable picnic? That is possible. The MAS makes the MAS Boulevard and the panoramic roof available to all picnic lovers. You bring your own food and drinks, find a suitable spot and spread out your picnic blanket. You can bring your own blanket or borrow one free of charge from the counter on the first floor.

 

Image: © Jeroen Broeckx

Additional information on Accessibility

Am Schalter im Erdgeschoss stehen 4 Rollstühle kostenlos zur Verfügung. Sie können sie im Voraus über balie.mas@stad.antwerpen.be oder unter der Nummer 03 338 44 00 buchen.