DIVA is the name of the museum, not an abbreviation, not an acronym, just DIVA.
Yes, photography without flash and without a tripod is permitted. Visitors must not be photographed in a recognisable manner without their consent.
Unannounced filming and photo shoots are not permitted. Journalists and photographers must apply for accreditation in advance. Visitors must not be photographed in a recognisable manner without their consent.
Via the ‘Press & Media’ page on the website.
Via the ‘Vacancies & Internships’ page at the bottom of the website.
Yes, check the calendar and filter by ‘demonstrations’ for the dates to see diamond cutting.
Consult the collection online or contact us at collectie@divaantwerp.be. You can also contact the library.
Yes, please send a request to collectie@divaantwerp.be, stating the object and its intended use. If you publish something, please include the correct credits: City of Antwerp Collection, DIVA Museum, together with the inventory number and the name of the photographer.
Yes, please submit your request at least six months in advance via the website.
Every donation offered is carefully evaluated. Please contact collectie@divaantwerp.be for this.
No, the museum does not make appraisals. You can consult accredited experts for that.
No, for the certification of diamonds and gemstones, we refer you to specialist organisations in Antwerp’s Diamond district.
Dogs are allowed on a lead in the gardens and in parts of the museum.
Yes, a quiet room is available on the 2nd floor.
No, DIVA is a cashless museum. Payment can be made by bank card.
No, there is no cafeteria in the museum.
Everyone welcome.
Yes, entry is free and no membership card is required.
Tuesday and Friday from 10 AM–1 PM and 2 PM–5 PM. Thursdays by appointment only. Closed during school holidays and public holidays.
Yes, free Wi-Fi provided by the City of Antwerp.
Via the ‘Library’ page on the website.
Via the online catalogue or via the library.
No, the collection can only be consulted on-site.
No, there are no photocopying facilities.
Yes, photography for personal research is permitted.
Yes, library staff assist visitors with research queries, searching the collection and using sources.
No, food and drink are not permitted, in order to protect the collection.
You can contact us via: bibliotheek@divaantwerp.be.