Archives
Since its creation in 1898, the museum has kept the archives of private individuals, companies and institutions that have a link with the former Congo Free State or Belgian Congo.
The museum's work as a scientific institution has also produced a significant and varied collection of museum archives.
Visit the database Archives@AfricaMuseum to consult its contents. Also see the Guide des sources de l'histoire de la colonisation.
The archives can be consulted for scientific research by appointment. Contact the relevant managers and contact persons.
Read the COVID-19 measures for the consultation of our archives and libraries before taking an appointment.
Due to a reorganisation of our archive depots, consultation of archives will not be possible from 20 June to 31 July 2022. Consultation of books and journals and the photo database is still possible in the reading room of the Central library.