Museum Dr Guislain
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Museum Dr Guislain: A Journey Through Psychiatry
This museum immerses visitors in the complex history of psychiatry, set within Belgium's first mental asylum established in 1857.
Founded by Dr. Joseph Guislain, the museum offers insights from Neolithic practices to modern psychiatry. Key features include neo-Gothic architecture, original psychiatric artifacts, and a cultural exploration of mental health.
Unforgettable Highlights
🧠 Unique Artifacts: Discover historical tools like cage beds and phrenology casts that highlight psychiatric practices over the years.
🎨 Art Collection: Explore art pieces created by patients, showcasing their unique perspectives and creativity.
🩻 Radiographic Apparatus: View Dr. D’Arsonval’s 1909 device that resembles a 'Dr. Frankenstein' creation in its design.
Accessible and engaging, this museum is suitable for tourists, families, and historians interested in mental health and its history.
Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Museum Dr Guislain
Former Asylum
Museum Dr Guislain is located in the first psychiatric asylum in Belgium, founded in 1857.
Historical Artifacts
The museum features unique artifacts such as trepanning tools and historical psychiatric equipment.
Multilingual Exhibits
Exhibits are presented in multiple languages, making it accessible to a broader audience.
Location
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Address
View mapJozef Guislainstraat 43
Opening Hours
Friday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Monday:
Closed
Saturday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday:
10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contact Information
Price
Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.
Average Visit Duration
Duration: Approximately 2 hours.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons (1:00 PM–3:00 PM) are best for fewer crowds.