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The GUM is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility:The reception is easily accessible. A lowered zone is available so that we can communicate face to f...
A collection as old as the university Ghent University was founded in 1817 by William I, King of the Netherlands. To enhance the education offered, William I do...
Below you will find our offer for secondary education in the GUM. Would you like to book? Then click on the button below the programme of your choice.We would l...
StaffOur team of employees is currently complete. There are no new vacancies.Check this page and our social networks regularly or sign up for our newsletter at...
Number of participantsGroups can have a maximum of 15 pupils. We prefer groups to have no more than 15 pupils in order to ensure a comfortable and high-quality...
The Ethnographic Collections originate from the early years of Ghent University (founded in 1817 by King William I of the Netherlands), specifically from 1825-1...
MuST started in 2018. Since then, several generations of passionate students have taken part — many of them staying engaged with the GUM & Botanical Garden for...
Visiting the Museum and Botanical Garden with childrenThe texts of the GUM are aimed at children aged 12 and above. Younger children are naturally also very wel...
Internships and final projects at the GUM and Botanical Garden
As a student, are you fascinated by what we do? If so, the GUM might be the ideal place for your internship, Bachelor's or Master's project. Or who knows, you m...
On footIt is a 10-minute walk from Gent-Sint-Pieters railway station to the GUM. Follow Koningin Astridlaan to Citadel Park. Walk through or along the edge of C...