Current and upcoming exhibitions | Boghossian Foundation Brussels

Exhibitions

Diary of Happiness

Othoniel

10 April › 4 October 2026

The artist Jean-Michel Othoniel inhabits the salons, chambers, and gardens of the Villa Empain with over a hundred works, inspired by thirty years of travels across the globe.

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The Boghossian Foundation presents ‘Shape of absence’, an exhibition which bears witness to the ongoing heritage tragedy unfolding in Syria since 2011. It is centered on Hrair Sarkissian’s monumental installation and the immersive images produced by Iconem.

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Architecture and garden

The Villa Empain

The exhibitions of the Boghossian Foundation take place in the Villa Empain, a masterpiece of art deco architecture, designed by Michel Polak at the request of Baron Louis Empain. Discover the history of the house

Outdoors

Like a mirror of water, the huge swimming pool reflects the back side of the house. Surrounded by a pergola adorned with brightly colored mosaics, it is an essential part of the gardens. The garden of the Villa is decorated with contemporary sculptures. Discover the garden

Upcoming exhibition

Soleil Noir

22 October 2026 › 19 March 2027

This autumn, 'Soleil Noir' explores Léon Spilliaert’s world through a unique dialogue with some of the most influential figures in Belgian art, from James Ensor to Michaël Borremans.

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