Temporary closure of the Museum

The Museum is temporarily closed to the public until 21 November 2025 inclusive as the frames are replaced. 

The study library is accessible by appointment.

Find out more on our page devoted to this major project.

Thank you for your understanding.

« The Roman Cult of Mithras »

This research programme is investigating the Cult of Mithras, a mysterious god from the East who was the subject of a very unusual and extremely popular cult in the Roman Empire.

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« Greek and Roman Sculpture at Mariemont »

Assembled by Raoul Warocqué, with the expert advice of Franz Cumont, Mariemont’s collection of Greek and Roman sculptures is one of the largest in Europe.

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« Domestic deities in the Roman Empire »

Mariemont’s Roman antiquities collection includes a large number of bronze statuettes of deities. Spread over all four corners of the Empire, these objects could be found in small private temples in Roman homes. 

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« On the trail of Mariemont's antiques »

Mariemont’s Greek and Roman collections were assembled at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. An indication of provenance has been documented for most of the objects. However, they have more often than not passed through the hands of collectors.

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