With its striking dome, this museum is one of the most arresting buildings in Maastricht. The young (1995) and impressive building by Italian architect Aldo Rossi is a landmark in the new and international known Ceramic-district in Maastricht. On the right bank of the river Maas the building with its outstanding dome naturally attracts visitors. The use of natural materials and the preponderance of daylight create a unique ambience inside. The first thing visitors notice on entering the symmetrical building is the 35-meter-long wooden stairway leading to the various wings and levels. The museum exhibits a mix of contemporary art and works by the Old Masters. 

The collection
The museum houses two main collections: The collection of medieval to 18th century art is divided into three main groups: medieval sculpture, paintings by Southern Netherlandish and Italian masters from before 1650, and 15th and 16th century German painting and sculpture. Pieter Brueghel the Younger is the highlight of this collection. 

The collection of contemporary art covers a select number of artists. Only five works of art have a permanent location in the contemporary art section. The museum maintains an active exhibition program in which a number of presentations and collections alternate simultaneously with each other. 

The museum also houses a number of smaller collections, including Maastricht earthenware and silver, Limburg archeological finds, Maastricht pottery and Maasland statues. There is a gift shop, art library and Grand Café on site. 

Location
Bonnefantenmuseum 
Avenue Ceramique 250 
6221 KX Maastricht