Le Musée des Enfants

About the museum

Le Musée des Enfants is a non-profit association based in Ixelles, which describes itself as a place designed entirely for children and inspired by them. Its founder, Kathleen Lippens, is still listed in the team presentation, and in 2026 the museum is celebrating its 50th anniversary with extra workshops during the autumn holidays.

Each exhibition is conceived and built by the museum's own team. “Des ailes pour grandir” is the 17th: a route in six stages, from the great hall and its superpowers to the small worlds, culture and creativity, which helps children get to know themselves and the world around them better. A balance room and a discovery garden complete the visit.

The exhibition is accompanied by animated workshops (cooking, construction, storytelling, crafts, theatre, gardening) where adults stay with the children. The museum also welcomes French- and Dutch-speaking school classes, hosts birthday parties and regular activities throughout the year, and runs a team game around Captain Calypso.

Highlights

• Interactive exhibition “Des ailes pour grandir” in six stages
• Creative workshops: cooking, construction, storytelling, crafts, theatre
• Balance room and discovery garden (in collaboration with the Royal Belgian Entomological Society)
• Three birthday party formulas, from age 5
• Team game with Captain Calypso

Permanent exhibition

• Des ailes pour grandir – Interactive route in six stages, designed by the museum team to help children get to know themselves and understand the world better; complemented by creative workshops.

Founded

1975

Operated by

Le Musée des Enfants asbl

Director

Fabienne Doigny

Admission & discounts

The entrance price includes the exhibition and participation in two workshops: €13 per person for 1 to 4 people, €10.50 per person for 5 to 7 people, €9.50 per person for 8 to 10 people. Discounts with the Grabbelpas and Article 27 (amount not specified on the website). Children under 3 enter free. Teachers enter free on the day of their class's visit.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible: no information
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The lift is currently out of service. A renovation project, supported by the Loterie Nationale (National Lottery), is intended to make the spaces more accessible.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide
• Hands-on stations
• Kids’ birthday parties

The workshops suit children from age 4 (theatre from age 6). Three birthday party formulas: Calypso (from age 9, escape game), morning (from age 6, guided tour) and afternoon (from age 5). During the autumn holidays, XXL versions of the cooking and craft workshops are offered to families with children from age 6, by reservation.

Getting there & parking

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

Amenities & dining

A café serves as a picnic area for school groups; an outdoor play area is right next to the museum.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events

The entire museum can be rented (three floors, including the theatre, café and all exhibition rooms) for corporate events, meetings, media events or private parties.

Plan your visit