The National Bank has had a museum since 1982. In 2002, it was completely refurbished, resulting in a doubling of the exhibition space. The theme of “money” is the central feature. Throughout the 15 rooms, the presentation is varied and aims to be both interactive and educational. But that is not the most visible part of what the National Bank has to offer in the educational field.
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- The NBB Museum on tour
(Nederlands) Twee culturele projecten waaraan het Museum heeft meegewerkt verdienen zeker je aandacht: het Lichtfestival in Gent en het Marmermuseum in Rance.
- John Law: Financial genius or charlatan?
In the National Bank’s museum there are two old banknotes: paper inscribed with black letters and numbers on a simple white background. Made by the Imprimerie Royale, watermarked Billet de Banque.
- When Brazil became the seat of the Kingdom of Portugal
The Europalia Brasil exhibition showcases a collection of gold coins illustrating the key phases in Brazil’s colonial history.
- Seminar 2011 – the Belgian Economy During and After the Economic Crisis: materials available for download
The educational materials presented during the 2011 seminar for teachers are available from this website.
- Missed the first one? Second late-night opening of the NBB Museum on Thursday 24 November
This autumn, culture vultures and fans of Brussels by Night can stay out late and visit the city’s museums every Thursday evening. The National Bank of Belgium’s Museum is taking part in the scheme once again! This is an ideal opportunity to (re)discover the Museum’s collection with friends and family in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.
- Kayapó
To mark the Europalia Brasil festival, the NBB’s Museum is holding an exhibition under the banner “Of gold and feathers”.
- Late-night opening of the NBB Museum: Thursday 27 October 2011
This autumn, culture vultures and fans of Brussels by Night can stay out late and visit the city’s museums every Thursday evening. The National Bank of Belgium’s Museum is taking part in the scheme once again!
- Exhibition: ‘Gold and Feathers’ (8/10/2011 – 15/01/2012)
The ‘Gold and Feathers’ exhibition takes you to explore distant Brazil and its fascinating history.
