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HistoryOpens 10amFreeMaelbeek
The House of European History, set up by the European Parliament and opened in 2017, looks at Europe's history through a transnational lens rather than nation by nation. The permanent exhibition runs through six sections from the idea of Europe to the present day. A yearly temporary exhibition adds a focused theme. It occupies the former Eastman dental institute in Leopold Park, and entry is free.
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Getting there
Rue Belliard 135, 1000 Brussels, Belgium
Nearest station: Maelbeek, Schuman and Brussels-Luxembourg
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| Mon | 13:00–18:00 |
| Tue | 09:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 09:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 09:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 09:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| SunToday | 10:00–18:00 |
Admission
Free
Accessibility
All facilities and activities are wheelchair accessible, with lifts on all floors and accessible toilets on the ground floor.
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Visitor Information
- Is House of European History free to visit?
- Yes, general admission to House of European History is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
- What are the opening hours of House of European History?
- House of European History is open Monday 13:00 to 18:00, Tuesday to Friday 09:00 to 18:00 (10:00 to 18:00 in July and August), Saturday and Sunday 10:00 to 18:00. Last entry 17:30. Closed 1 January, 1 May, 1 November, 24, 25 and 31 December.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is House of European History?
- House of European History is located at Rue Belliard 135, 1000 Brussels, Belgium, in the Quartier européen area of Brussels. The nearest stations are Maelbeek, Schuman and Brussels-Luxembourg.
- What can I see at House of European History?
- Free museum in Leopold Park on how Europe's shared and contested past shaped the present, in a former dental institute. Current highlights include Permanent Exhibition and Postcolonial?.
- Do I need to book House of European History in advance?
- House of European History is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
- When is the best time to visit House of European History?
- Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
- Is House of European History accessible?
- All facilities and activities are wheelchair accessible, with lifts on all floors and accessible toilets on the ground floor.
Image credits
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- House of European HistoryGuy Delsaut / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Permanent ExhibitionCourtesy of House of European History
- Art & History MuseumM0tty / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
- MIM - Musical Instruments MuseumTrougnouf (Benoit Brummer) / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0