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Open Atelier in het Braempaviljoen - foto © Tom Cornille

For families

COME CLOSER is for young and old alike. The exhibition at the Middelheim Museum also invites the youngest to discover contemporary sculpture and performance.

In the Open Studio at the Braem Pavilion, children can step into the role of artists with their parents or grandparents. The wonder booklet (Dutch only) is a fun, active introduction to contemporary art.

Enjoyment for the whole family

Wonder booklet (Dutch only)   

Children aged 3 to 12 discover the exhibition in their own way with this fun wonder booklet full of creative tasks. Imagine, draw, cut, search, and paste. What do you see, what do you think, and what do you feel? A fun, child-friendly introduction to contemporary art in various forms.

  • for childen aged 3 to 12 
  • available for free at the visitor pavilion, the main entrance, the Artist Entrance, and at the Braem Pavilion 
  • made by: In De Wonderkamer

 

Familiy hosts during the performance weekends  

During the four performance weekends, there's even more to experience in the museum, with activities happening in different locations simultaneously. The family-friendly hosts will guide you during the performances and answer any questions you may have. You can recognize them by their COME CLOSER T-shirt.

  • 07.06 - 09.06.2024 
  • 06.07 - 07.07.2024 
  • 03.08 - 04.08.2024 
  • 31.08 - 01.09.2024 

 

Open Atelier in the Braem Pavilion 

Imagine this: how would your life be as an artist? Can you be an artist while setting the table, brushing your teeth, or waving to the neighbors? Are you still yourself, or do you suddenly think in a different way? You'll discover this in the Open Studio at the Braem Pavilion. Draw, pose, and experiment with your whole family. Experience what it feels like to step into the role of an artist.

  • for families with children aged 3 to 12 
  • no reservation required, feel free to step in and out at your leisure 
  • June and September: Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00 - 18:00  
  • July and August: Tuesdays to Sundays, 12:00 - 18:00  
  • adjusted hours during the performance weekends
  • guided by Bamm! - Mooss

All the information you need to prepare your visit and get the most out of it, at the Middelheim Museum and in DE SINGEL.

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