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Instinct - A beastly exhibition

25.10.2018 - 17.02.2019

CLOSED - The youth crew of the MAS took over a floor of the museum. A unique exhibition revealed the animal side of the museum collection, with creative materials and a wild programme.

Instinct - A beastly exhibition

A bold look at the collection

In 2018 the youngsters of MAS in young hands took over a floor of the museum. A unique exhibition that revealed the animal side of the museum collection with creative materials and a wild programme.

Museumbezoekers bekijken lachend een drum in de expo Martial Arts.

Welcome

Create a new work of art by sewing

Open call: are you a member of Belgium's queer community with a migration background and would you like to create a collective textile art piece that will be part of the new MAS exhibition “Among us”? If so, join a 2-day sewing workshop with Ukrainian artist Anton Shebetko.

The MAS for youngsters

The MAS in Young Hands organises super cool activities in the MAS for youngsters aged 16 to 26.

beschilderde tegels die een tafereel uitbeelden

Some remarkable pieces

Bring your class to the MAS

Teachers can act as a guide and provide a tour for their class at the MAS. Or they can book a guided tour for their class.

Past exhibitions

Exhibitions cannot last forever. An overview of what was on display in the past.

Wushu pose met zwaard op oranje achtergrond

Martial Arts

The exhibition draws you into the rich world of Martial arts. Step into the ring and experience what kickboxing, karate, capoeira, kung fu, and Nguni stick fighting have in common. Their beauty, their philosophy, as well as the traditions and stories behind the spectacle. Ready to take on some tough prejudices?

Friday 3 April 2026 until Sunday 29 November 2026 from 10:00 to 17:00

What's on display?

The MAS tells the story of centuries of contact between Antwerp and the world. You'll experience part of the tale on every floor.

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25.10.2018 - 17.02.2019

A bold look at the collection

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