MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

Museum · Antwerp ·

MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

Museum · Antwerp ·

Architecture, art, and history with panoramic river and city views

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Hanzestedenplaats 1, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium Get directions

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"Museum aan de Stroom, Antwerp The Museum aan de Stroom showcases the art and history of the city. The ultramodern exterior features glass and red sandstone bricks stacked like Tetris tiles near the Scheldt River. The exhibit “Happy Birthday Dear Academie” honors the 350-year legacy of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts with works by alumni artists, including Peter Paul Rubens. Hanzestedenplaats 1, 32/(0) 3-338-4434. This appeared in the October 2013 issue."

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MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

Kyrill G.

Google

This museum is fantastic!! All kinds of different exhibitions, like World War II in Antwerpen/Belgium, what America was like pre-Colombus. I spent 4 hours here of which 50 minutes having lunchbreak. All exhibtions are amazing and great. So.much to see and do here. They even have quiet room/space and place to play boardgames and table tennis. The guards are very kind as well. And the price entry 10 euro's is really worth it, other musea in Antwerpen are like 20. Only tiny small feedback is, the toilets are on ground floor and there are only stairs and escalators, but its fine. One of my favourite museums I ever been to. And the view is great everywhere especially on the roof.

Colbae

Google

The MAS Museum feels like a giant textbook, where you can explore Belgian history and everyday life as you move up floor by floor. You don’t have to pay just to enter the building—most areas are free to walk around, except for the exhibition spaces. I’d recommend exploring the free floors first and buying a ticket if you feel like going deeper. Each level offers different spaces to study or relax, and the rooftop provides a panoramic view of all of Antwerp. If you’re visiting Antwerp, this is definitely a place worth stopping by at least once.

Kazz C.

Google

An outstanding building for architecture and for views over Antwerp. Each floor of this museum presents either temporary exhibitions, a selection from the permanent collection or other services as the building is a hub for visitors coming for a meal or to enjoy the viewing platform. I spent time in two temporary exhibitions and was so impressed with the curation. I learnt so much! The entire site around the museum is also fantastic - the water, the cafes and the gift shop. The entire site is a work of art. Catch the tram from town. This destination is a must in Antwerp.

George O.

Google

An outstanding building not to be missed when visiting Antwerp! Although we could not visit the museum as we arrived too late, we found out that we can still enter the building and go up the terrasse to see a great panorama of the city. By the generosity of the city, it was open, and we discovered the wonderful building clad in red stone and glass. Amazing piece of architecture, a block in spiral almost rising from the water. We took the escalator and we admired floor after floor the sights of the harbour and the city at sunset. Must return for visiting the museum, the permanent collection and many exhibitions!

Rebecca B.

Google

An incredible view of the city of Antwerp which isn't ticketed. Easy to access the rooftop by escalator, but I'm not sure about an elevator. Facilities were also very clean and there was even a quiet room that you could use to relax and possibly charge your phone after taking lots of beautiful pictures and videos.

Cat R.

Google

Well curated museum in a spectacular setting. When we visited, the 3 exhibits we saw carried a powerful meta-message: we have a choice how we interact as varied human cultures! “Universal tongue “ by Anouk Kruithof is a captivating multi-screen experience of exuberant humans dancing in similar ways … patterns, fancy footwork, free rhythms… in many cultures. It was a “fae trap,” which one could happily get lost in for hours. Message: humans have common language of dancing to express the joy of living! The second exhibit was a sober look at individual stories of survival, collaboration and resistance in Nazi-occupied Antwerp. As a US citizen I recognized some of the authoritarian abuses are happening again… as ICE agents target an ethnic group, invade and clear their homes, disappear them to concentration camps and even take their stuff. Oppression is not the choice we humans should take when cultures interact! I hope we can turn this around soon and peacefully. The 3rd exhibit explored the exploitation of the Congo via trade and colonialism, in the context of the port of Antwerp. How can we do better? The building itself is impressive. We didn’t get to several more floors. 3 hours was not enough time (though it may depend on what the exhibits are).

Nano

Google

A perfect spot to read, study, or simply unwind. Go up to the panoramic rooftop for a stunning 360° view over the harbor. The museum also offers rich, interactive exhibitions. if that interests you, plan extra time and get a ticket. Don’t miss it.

Rutul B.

Google

There are two version of the ticket. Museum has a ticket. However, to go on the top floor, there is no ticket, It’s free and worth the view of the city. It’s little walk to the museum from city center/train station. But walk is enjoyable to the museum from the city center as you go through the historical places and shopping district.

Sunil R.

Yelp

We had a wonderful visit here. The building looks like a modern art work and has great views from the terrace. The museum has 9 levels and each level has a different exhibit. They were all super interesting and educational mostly focused on Antwerp, it's connection to the world, it's history and some other unique exhibits as well. My favorite part was catching Tintin and Snowy in one of the rooms.

Barry I.

Yelp

This is an update. On my recent visit to Antwerp and the MAS Art Museum,I also appreciated the "Antwerp Ala Carte"permanent exhibit.I especially liked the marvelous depictions of Antwerp by the following Flemish and Belgian Painters;Jan Wildens("View of Antwerp"),Abel Grimmer("Antwerp Polder"),Hendrick Van Mindenhout("Fish Market In Antwerp"),Joachim Beukelaer("Vegetable Sellers"),Erasmus de Bie("Meir in Antwerp"),and Pieter Van Braedel("Ox Market in Antwerp").The"City At War"permanent exhibit was very informative with its plethora of information about life in Antwerp,during World War Two and the German Occupation of Belgium,as well as the persecution of Antwerp's Jewish Population at that time.The day that I spent at the MAS was very enriching.

Ryan A.

Yelp

*Review is merely based on the rooftop* As the note mentions above, I did not go through any of the exhibitions, instead high tailed it to the rooftop for views of the city. The location is not ideal for those who want an easy walking distance between various attractions in the city, as it lies on the outskirts. The Museum aan de Stroom or as most refer to it, the MAS is quite the exquisite building by itself. Designed by a brilliant architect, who defied the standard high rise style building, instead going for more of an artistic view. The building reminds me of a lopsided Lego build in my childhood, but is structurally sound. The windows are one that I have never seen before in a building, a curvy design on each level as you ascend to the top. Now you can pay for a ticket to see each level of the museum and its exhibit, but I opted for a ride to the top to take in the beautiful views on the rooftop. I was not alone as many tend to do the same, not sure how the museum really makes any money since it seems most do the same. Either way, well worth a visit if you would like to catch some great views of the city!

Joseph Y.

Yelp

What attracted to me this museum was the impressive looking building and the ability to see an amazing view of Antwerp from the top. A lot of people come here simply to check out the view on top but I did take some time to see the exhibits inside the museum. The MAS has a collection of of exhibits that feature Antwerp's past, present and future. Lots of focus on the city and the cultural significance of the area. While I did check out all the rooms on all nine floors, some of the top floors weren't in English for me to read. Once you reach the top of 9 floors, you will be treated to the best view in Antwerp, an amazing 360 view. You can see all the historic buildings as well as the newer ones across the river. The MAS is a sight to see, even if you don't bother to go inside, at least check the building out.

Maxime W.

Yelp

What a wonderful building! And on top of that, the museum is one of the best I've seen as well. Every floor features a general theme (death, power), and the theme is than compared in different cultures. It has a wonderful collection of objects and paintings, while managing not to overload you with too much information. The museum is interactive, and children as well as I (a larger child) will have lots of fun writing down wishes or drawing submarines. Every theme is also led in by a room which is worth mentioning. It sets the general atmosphere with low sound and breathtaking visuals. And there is the panorama of course. On a sunny day, you can see the whole city and the Schelde soaring through it. Like one of the many painting of the city you will see on your visit. A pity my hunger shortened the visit.

Ed Z.

Yelp

The museum gets three stars just for the free access to the roof observation area. There are roughly nine escalators , each one taking you to a floor that has glass walls looking out on an alternate side of the building. Floors four through eight have exhibits. The museum only costs 5Eur if you want to see the exhibits. Note that the restaurant on the top floor is by reservation only and not always open, but there is a cafe on the bottom floor. The only bathroom is also on the bottom floor. The museum has free wifi. There are QR codes you can scan next to many of the items on display for information in four languages. For me personally, it was a downside that none of the display tags or explanations were in English. The exhibits were fantastic , but without knowing what you are looking at snd the history behind it, something is lost. The QR codes provide minimal information. That is one area that would dramatically improve the museum, as many countries speak English as a second language. The panoramic view from the roof is spectacular. The day I went was cloudy , but I could see for miles in very direction.

Denise G.

Yelp

Did not go into the museum...BUT you can go to the top for free & enjoy a beautiful view of Antwerp. There was also one free exhibition which was nice & little displays on each floor which we enjoyed (a massive Buddha).

Katerina T.

Yelp

The MAS does not need an introduction. It is simply astoundingly modern and cool, and unlike any museum I have ever been to. This museum is now the pride of Antwerp, and it very well should be. If you pay close attention, you will see that the façade of the building is covered in little hands. They're called Antwerpen hands, and are the symbol of the city. We were so glad that we had the Antwerpen city card, because we were able to get in right away and avoid the big line-up. Otherwise, 8 Euros for adults. My favorite exhibit was the 'Masterpieces of the MAS' where they were showcasing the masterpieces of artists such as Jan van Eyck, Jean Fouquet, Peter Paul Rubens, and Adriaen Collaert to name a few. On the other floors, there are the permanent exhibits. Make your way to the top for nice views of the city and pier. Also make sure to pay a visit to the MAS store (located in a separate building right outside the main entrance) for some awesome souvenirs. I take my MAS umbrella with me everywhere now.

Saskia N.

Yelp

The MAS museum is truly an Antwerp gem. Even if you don't visit the expos, just come here to enjoy the view and the beautiful surroundings of MAS. Climb the 'vertical boulevard' which is nothing more than the escalators all the way to the top, taking you to the massive windows on each floor. On the top of MAS you get a great view of Antwerp. MAS is located next to river Schelde and between the docks and their pretty white boats. If you're here, also get a drink in STORM café or get a souvenir from the MAS shop. Closeby are Broer Bretel for coffee and Sint-Felix for lunch or dinner.

Walter C.

Yelp

Today , we've visited the MAS (museum at te stream) to discover the exposition of 350 years Art Academy. Worth seeing, do profit of the other expos on Antwerp, Live and Dead, and if you go in the week, do not hesitate to enjoy the gastronomic restaurant on the 9th floor.

Bobbie J.

Yelp

You know something is amazing if you go back twice, on one trip. Debated going here today (it's kinda far from where I'm staying) and SO glad I did. Not sure if they did not notice me or if it's free but I'm pretty sure it's free. Well, I certainly didn't spend any money here. Going to go back tomorrow and will save time to have a drink at Batavier.

Angelica P.

Yelp

Musea is great, but the guy who work at the lobby should look for another job. No respect and short tempered. Probably has a bad day or his life just sucks. Whatever the reason is, it's the last time i'll come there to visit or study.

Michal F.

Yelp

Glorious architecture from the outside along with excellent introductory presentations to their exhibits. Beautiful red tiles encircle the building giving way to flowing glass in between each floor. Every time you go up one of the 10 floors you are hit with another amazing vista of the city with a culminating panorama on the roof of the museum. The exhibit themes are great, power & prestige, death, trade. All pertained well to themes in the history of Antwerp. The power exhibit is especially striking because the first room takes images from past and present to show how powerful people and institutions showcase their power and influence the world. Death has an excellent start with a dark winding passage and creepy music. Apart from these introductory elements to the exhibits the rest is less impressive. Overall I was impressed by the visual elements of the architecture and start of the exhibits but the collection was much less thrilling and extensive than I had expected.

Bart V.

Yelp

"Go to the top of the building and discover the huge mosaic by Luc Tuymans in all its glory. 'Dead Skull' is a skull inlaid with sixteen different types of granite in the forecourt of the museum."

Bernard V.

Yelp

Beautiful architecture and located at one of the popular marinas of Antwerp. The whole neighborhood is going through a gentrification process and there are a couple of nice restaurants in the direct vicinity. But back to the museum ... I would say start at the top floor or even better at the panorama rooftop to get the best view of Antwerp, its harbors and of course the river Schelde. A very nice detail is that they have made circular shaped holes in the glass windows of the deck so you can make unobstructed photo's. Then you work your way down through the permanent expositions of the museum ... life and death ... the use and display of power ... the development of the city and the maritime history. All beautifully displayed and made extra interesting through all kinds of interactive displays with additional information. There is also a temporary ... changing ... exposition for which you have to pay extra. Don't forget to visit the store rooms, where they store thousands of paintings drawings and objects that did not make to the permeant exposition.

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"Antwerp is a city of eclectic architecture, from Gothic to Brutalist and postmodern styles, providing a rich backdrop to the city’s cultural and artistic scene." - Talia Abbas

https://www.vogue.com/article/antwerp-belgium-guide

MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

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"A museum offering panoramic views of the River Scheldt and the port, showcasing Antwerp's blend of heritage and innovation."

https://www.cntraveler.com/story/antwerp-europe-design-destination

MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

@afar

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A Weekend in Antwerp

Photo by Filip Dujardin/MAS Museum

Museum aan de Stroom

@ricksteves

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Antwerp Travel Guide Resources & Trip Planning Info by Rick Steves

"▲ Displays focusing on Antwerp's and Belgium's history of trade and cultural exchange — plus a rooftop viewpoint." - Rick Steves' Europe

https://www.ricksteves.com/europe/belgium/antwerp

MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

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8 things you need to know about buying diamonds in Antwerp - SilverKris

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MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

Kyrill G.

Google

Colbae

Google

Kazz C.

Google

George O.

Google

Rebecca B.

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Cat R.

Google

Nano

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Rutul B.

Google

Sunil R.

Yelp

Barry I.

Yelp

Ryan A.

Yelp

Joseph Y.

Yelp

Maxime W.

Yelp

Ed Z.

Yelp

Denise G.

Yelp

Katerina T.

Yelp

Saskia N.

Yelp

Walter C.

Yelp

Bobbie J.

Yelp

Angelica P.

Yelp

Michal F.

Yelp

Bart V.

Yelp

"Go to the top of the building and discover the huge mosaic by Luc Tuymans in all its glory. 'Dead Skull' is a skull inlaid with sixteen different types of granite in the forecourt of the museum."

Bernard V.

Yelp

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