In the Footsteps of Bart Van Loo and the Burgundians
The master storyteller Bart Van Loo takes you on a historical walk through the heart of Burgundian Brussels and the KBR museum, where, as guest curator, he has selected exceptional manuscripts and miniatures from KBR’s rich collections. From 21 March to 18 October 2026.
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.
Works in the Reading Room
From Monday 13/04 to Friday 17/04 inclusive
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.
News
Two unknown works by Johann Sebastian Bach discovered at KBR
In the exceptional FĂ©tis 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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Lunchtime concert : Singing class CrB
08.05.2026 @ 12:30 – 13:30
Coordination Christine Solhosse Programme Knosp – a work from the collections of KBR Tickets For […]
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Medieval Comedy Night @ KBR museum
08.05.2026 @ 19:00 – 22:30
Have you ever wondered what life in the Middle Ages might have felt like—without the harsher […]
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Lunchtime concert : Tatiana Samouil and Johan Schmidt explore the Belgian repertoire
22.05.2026 @ 12:30 – 13:30
For the final concert of the 2025–2026 season, KBR welcomes two internationally renowned soloists: violinist Tatiana […]
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Improvised Polyphony – Creating Harmony in the Moment
23.05.2026 @ 10:00 – 12:00
What if your voice could freely merge with others to form a unique polyphony? In this […]
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EURIG annual meeting 2026
28.05.2026 @ 09:00 – 29.05.2026 @ 17:00
The European RDA Interest Group (EURIG) is a collaborative network dedicated to the advancement and implementation of the […]
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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 CĂ©sar Franck
KBR acquired the autograph manuscript of the orchestrated version of the ‘Messe for three voices in A major’ by Liège composer CĂ©sar Franck.
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