A B O U T T H E M U S E U M
The Royal Museum for Central Africa's overall organisation structure consists of ten departments, each of which is responsible for a specific area of work, research and/or educational projects. These departments are:
1. Administration
2. Education
3. Research
4. Conservation & Museum Environment
5. Scientific Communication
6. Collections & Registrations
7. Library & Documentation
8. Digital Documentation & Management
9. Documentation & Photographers
10. Audiovisual Services & Documentation
Each department reports to the museum's senior management. The overall organization is led by the Director, assisted by the Deputy Director and several coordinators. The Board of Directors also offer advice, guidance and direction to the Royal Museum for Central Africa.
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National Bank of Belgium
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GeoRiskA–Georisks in Africa
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Admission to the Royal Museum for Central Africa was free for all visitors before covid, but now the pricing is separated into different areas-
Annual Pass- 20 euros (members of the museum only)
Annual Pass+ - 50 euros (tourist)
Adults > 18 years- 12 euros
Discounted rate- 8 euros (Group of adults- min. 15 people, Seniors- 65 +)
Heavily Discounted rate- 4 euros (Persons on social benefits, Persons with disabilities, Attendants of a disabled person, Students (18-26), Youths groups (18-26), Teachers)
Free entry to Children and youths under 18, ICOM members, Brussels Card, Press, RMCA staff and members of their household, BELSPO staff, Group monitor, and Bus drivers for groups.
The museum also has a bistro within the campus, generating its own funds through sales.
1. Collection Size: The Royal Museum for Central Africa has one of the richest collections in the world, with more than 300,000 objects. This size and breadth of the collection creates vast possibilities for exhibitions, research, and educational activities.
2. Expertise: The museum has an extensive staff of experts who are specialized in various disciplines, including art, anthropology, archaeology, and history. This expertise allows the museum to develop unique educational programs, exhibitions, and research opportunities.
3.Infrastructure:The museum has a large, modern building, which includes exhibition space, administrative offices, a research library, and conservation laboratories. The building also includes a number of technological advances, such as climate control, fire safety systems, and advanced computer systems.
4. International Reputation: The museum has an international reputation as a leading institution in the field and is a member of numerous international networks, such as the International Council of Museums and the International Flamingo Foundation.
5. Financial Resources: The museum receives both public and private funding that allows it to develop its infrastructure, expand its collections, organize exhibitions, and promote its activities.
6. Corporate Relationships: The museum has established strong relationships with businesses that sponsor its activities and individuals and institutions that provide private donations. This support helps the museum increase its financial resources and visibility.
1. Tourism: Due to the increasing popularity of the museum and its exhibits, it is likely that tourism to the Royal Museum will increase, bringing in additional revenue.
2. Macroeconomic Environment: The macroeconomic environment of Belgium and the surrounding countries can have a big impact on the amount of visitors to the museum. If Belgium experiences an economic downturn, it may be reflected in a decline in the number of tourists visiting the museum.
3. Social Factors: Social factors such as changes in population size and demographics, changes in consumer preferences, and shifts in public opinion can all affect museum attendance and visitor experience.
4. Political Climate: Belgium and the surrounding countries' political climate can affect the museum's operations. For example, a shift in government policies can affect funding for the museum and the policies for opening and closing the museum to the public.
5. Cultural and Educational Institutions: The Royal Museum for Central Africa has a long history of relationship building and collaboration with the University of Leuven, Belgium, and other educational and cultural institutions. The success of the museum is tied to these relationships, so any changes in their collaboration could have an effect on the museum.
Internalfactors
1.Funding:The Royal Museum for Central Africa is funded by the Belgian government, which can affect the type and scope of activities that the museum can carry out.
2. Personnel: The museum staff are responsible for managing the activities and exhibits of the museum. Their expertise and skills, or lack thereof, can affect the museum's operations and visitors’ experiences.
3. Mission: The museum’s mission should guide the activities and exhibitions included to engage visitors in learning about African culture and history.
Externalfactors
1.Technology:Advances in technology can bring new and interesting ways to preserve and present artefacts that are exhibited in the museum.
2. Visitor Trends: The preferences and interests of museum visitors can change over time, affecting the type and scope of activities and the audience the museum can attract.
3. Social and Political Climate: Social and political issues and changes can have an impact on the museum, such as affecting its public image, visitor numbers, and even the type of activities that the museum engages in.
1. Reinvent their physical space – Upgrade their physical space and create an interactive, creative area within it where visitors can experience the stories, culture and history of Africa through interactive learning, interactive exhibitions and immersive experiences.
2.IncreaseVRexperiences–
Create virtual reality experiences that simulate the environment of the museum, giving visitors a realistic experience of being in Central Africa.
Create interactive digital experiences, such as guided tours through the museum, quizzes and games about African culture, and other ways for visitors to engage with the museum.
Create virtual reality tours of the museum and its exhibits so that people can explore the museum from anywhere in the world.
3. Introduce ‘Access Africa’ – Create a mobile app and accompanying website with content from the museum that can be accessed from anywhere. This could include articles, photos, maps, audio tours and streaming of events from the museum.
4. Host cultural events – Organise cultural events that celebrate and highlight African culture, such as music and dance performances, poetry slams and workshops.
5. Host special events, festivals and conferences – Host special events and festivals throughout the year, such as the Africa Film Festival, and special media days highlighting Africa’s media, music and arts scenes. This could also include conferences and seminars related to African culture and research.
6.Launchonlinelearninginitiatives/courses–Launch online learning initiatives and courses that teach people about African culture and history from the comfort of their own home.