Visit the KBR museum
Dive into the enchanting world of ancient manuscripts, polyphonic music and illuminated miniatures at the KBR museum. Discover the magnificent Library of the Dukes of Burgundy-Habsburg and enjoy a unique musical experience.
Opening hours
• The reading room is open every day (except Sunday) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• The KBR museum is open every day (except Monday) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Consult our collections in the reading room
With a valid reader’s card, you can consult the collections in the reading room from Monday to Saturday between 9:00 and 17:00. Documents can be reserved in advance via the online catalogue.
Studying at KBR
Are you looking for a study or workplace where you can concentrate in optimal circumstances? In the study room at KBR you will find an oasis of calm in the middle of the city, where you can study, work or do research undisturbed.
KBR continues to improve visitor accessibility
This autumn, a new panoramic elevator will open that will directly connect the Mont des Arts with the rooftop terrace on top of the library. Thanks to this new access, our visitors will soon be able to reach the terrace more easily — and have access to the stunning view. The construction works may cause some temporary disturbance. We are doing everything we can to keep the inconvenience to a minimum. KBR will remain open to the public during the works.
News
Two unknown works by Johann Sebastian Bach discovered at KBR
In the exceptional Fétis collection, preserved at the Royal Library of Belgium (KBR), two previously unknown organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach have been discovered. These pieces, recently authenticated by the Bach Archive Leipzig, were presented on 17 November during an exceptional concert in the Thomaskirche in Leipzig.
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The Library of the Dukes of Burgundy: Centuries-old splendor now digitally accessible
KBR preserves 279 manuscripts from the prestigious Library of the Dukes of Burgundy. Thanks to an ambitious digitization project, this exceptional collection is now fully available online. Zoom in on the finest details of the most beautiful miniatures and admire art of the highest calibre.
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Strengthening Knowledge Exchange: KBR Welcomes Colleagues from the National Library of Latvia
KBR is part of a broad network connecting all European national libraries. As Belgium’s national scientific library, international collaboration is not only a legal mandate on paper but also a key part of our daily work.
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Hidden Treasures: Private Visit of the Prints and Drawings Department [full]
22.01.2026 @ 12:15 – 13:15
Go behind the scenes of KBR’s Prints and Drawings Department during an exclusive tour led by […]
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Yoga & Sound in the Nassau Chapel
01.02.2026 @ 10:00 – 11:00
Start your Sunday with a moment of calm and inspiration in the centuries-old Nassau Chapel at […]
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Lunchtime concert : Chamber music class CrB
06.02.2026 @ 12:30 – 13:30
Coordination Jean-Marc Fessard Programme Programme to be determined, featuring a work from the KBR collections […]
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Self-guided workshop: writing with a quill & painting with pigments
07.02.2026 – 19.01.2026
At the end of the Middle Ages, Brussels belonged to the dukes of Burgundy. These rich […]
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Exclusive Visit to the Restoration Workshop of KBR
12.02.2026 @ 12:15 – 13:15
Step behind the scenes of heritage restoration during this exclusive visit to KBR’s restoration workshop. You […]
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The first Antarctic expedition: tracing the voyage of the Belgica
125 years ago, on Monday 16 August 1897, the converted Norwegian sealer ship Belgica left the […]
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Ukiyo-e: discover the digitised collection of Japanese prints
Browse more than 750 Japanese prints online.
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Ukraine’s geopolitical history in 10 old maps
Discover 10 old maps from our cartographic collection that illustrate the geopolitical history of Ukraine.
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KBR acquires autograph manuscript by César Franck
KBR acquired the autograph manuscript of the orchestrated version of the ‘Messe for three voices in A major’ by Liège composer César Franck.
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