COVID-19 measures

A safe and pleasant visit to the museum is our first priority.
The AfricaMuseum follows the federal COVID-guidelines.

A face mask and a Covid Safe Ticket are no longer mandatory.
Wearing a face mask is still recommended in indoor areas, in exceptionally crowded places and in places where the distance of 1.5 metres cannot be guaranteed. 

 

How can I contribute to a safe museum visit for everyone?  

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  • The AfricaMuseum follows the federal COVID guidelines and welcomes individual visitors, families and groups of maximum 8 adults (children < 12 years old not included). Guided tours are also allowed for groups up to 15 people.
  • A Covid Safe Ticket should no longer be presented at the entrance to the museum.
  • The use of face masks is no longer mandatory but is still recommended in indoor areas, in exceptionally crowded places and in places where the distance of 1.5 metres cannot be guaranteed. 
  • Tickets can be purchased at the museum's ticket counter or onlineon the AfricaMuseum website. For any questions regarding the purchase of tickets on the website, please contact the Welcome & Reservations.
  • Respect the rules for social distancing during your visit and keep a minimum distance of 1.5m from other persons.
  • Try to avoid elevators. Wheelchair users and/or persons with reduced mobility can use the elevator with one extra person.

 

What measures does the AfricaMuseum take for a safe museum visit?

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  • The maximum number of visitors per gallery is indicated at each gallery entrance. 
  • Hands-on are accessible again.
  • Our reception area is reorganized to safeguard social distancing.
  • Public sanitary facilities and other frequently used objects such as door handles, stair railings, lift buttons, lockers, etc. will be cleaned frequently.
  • Disinfectant gel is available at various points around the museum.
  • Wheelchairs and rollators are only available upon reservation so they can be disinfected after every use. For a reservation, please contact  reservations@africamuseum.be.

A few more useful tips:

  • Are you travelling by public transport? Wearing a face mask is still mandatory on buses, trams and trains.
  • Wash your hands regularly.
  • Stay at home if you feel sick.

 

Can tours and workshops take place again?

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  • Guided tours and workshops are allowed for groups of up to 15 people.
  • Schools may take up to 24 people per activity (both guided tours and workshops). 
  • The picnic area is open upon reservation (reservations@africamuseum.be) to schools, groups or individuals.

 

Are the AfricaShop and Bistro Tembo open again?

The AfricaShop and Bistro Tembo are open.

 

Do you have any further questions about your visit to the AfricaMuseum?

Feel free to contact us via reservations@africamuseum.be.
We are ready to help you. Together we can keep the AfricaMuseum corona-free.