Welcome to DIVA, museum for jewellery, silver and diamonds
Open call
Artist in Residence 2026
For 2026 the DIVA museum offers three residents the opportunity to work for three months in the atelier.
Permanent exhibition
A Brilliant Story
Follow the journey of a diamond or raw material. Before it becomes beautiful jewellery or shiny silverware, it goes through different phases.
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Demonstration
Diamond Cutting
Ever wanted to see a real diamond cutter at work? Now you can during the DIVA Deluxe Sundays.
Masterclass
Masterclass with Karl Fritsch
Five-day masterclass in which jewellery designer Karl Fritsch takes participants through the complete lost-wax casting process.
DIVA talk
In conversation with Karl Fritsch
In connection with the exhibition Rings That Rock, we welcome jewellery designer Karl Fritsch for a DIVA talk
Temporary exhibition
Rings That Rock
In Rings That Rock, power, love and self-expression take centre stage. An exhibition exploring the meaning and symbolism of diamond rings through the centuries.
Temporary exhibition
Magic Mirror on the Wall
New work from Moniek Schrijer, Lars Joosten, Julia Boix-Vives
Family trail
Out and about with Ekster
Ekster loves everything that glitters and has an eye for shiny details. This makes him the perfect guide for children 7 years and up on this discovery tour.
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tours and workshops
For groups
You can explore the museum with or without a guide. Or roll up your sleeves and take part in one of the workshops.
Upcoming workshops and DIVA talks
Workshop
Shine Bright: discover the secrets of diamonds
How can you recognise a diamond? A DIVA diamond expert will guide you through the four elements that make diamonds.
Workshop
Forge a silver ring
Discover the magic of goldsmithing and craft your own unique silver ring in just one day!
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Workshop
Drawing Gems with Inesa Kovalova
3 Days course for those who love jewellery and are fascinated by the magic of a jewellery drawing.
Workshop
lost wax casting with Kathleen Frisson
Discover the lost-wax technique from A to Z.
Workshop
Enamelling with Annika Ingelaere
Become acquainted with various enamelling techniques.
Workshop
Hammertime! Silversmithing with Max Gielis
Workshop for beginners and advanced students
Masterclass
Masterclass with Karl Fritsch
Five-day masterclass in which jewellery designer Karl Fritsch takes participants through the complete lost-wax casting process.
DIVA talk
In conversation with Karl Fritsch
To mark the occasion of the exhibition Rings That Rock, we will be talking to jewellery designer Karl Fritsch.
More at DIVA
Learn
Atelier
DIVA atelier is a workspace for goldsmiths and silversmiths at the museum where both specialists and amateurs are welcome.
Learn
Education
DIVA offers a guided tour in the permanent exhibition 'A Brilliant Story' for students of secondary education. View our Dutch offer for more tours and workshops for schools.
Learn
Library
Our rich and specialised collection is unique in Belgium and is an exceptional source of information and inspiration.
What's on
Activities
Curious about what's going on in and around DIVA? Check the activities' calendar.
Artist in residence
Julia Boix-Vives
Artist in residence from September 1 till December 1, 2025.
Artist in residence
Lars Joosten
Artist in residence from September 1 till December 1, 2025.
Artist in residence
Moniek Schrijer
Artist in residence from September 1 till December 1, 2025.