Museum Dr. Guislain in Ghent: photos, reviews

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Museum Dr. Guislain in Ghent offers a profound exploration into the history of psychiatry and mental health care since its opening in 1986. From compelling exhibits on the evolution of psychiatric practices to a rich collection of art created by those with mental illness, this museum provides a unique lens into the human mind. Modern and foreign artists' contributions enrich the collection further. Exhibits delve into topics such as female hysteria and ancient treatment methods, offering both educational and reflective experiences. After touring, guests can unwind in the tranquil binnentuin, an inviting inner garden space. Free Wi-Fi and parking make it convenient for a stress-free visit.

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Free Wi-Fi, Free parking, Wheelchair accessible parking, Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Toilet

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Gent Guislainbrug

Bus stop 426 m walk

Gent Wondelgembrug

Bus stop 471 m walk

Gent Fuchsiastraat

Bus stop 383 m walk

Gent Guislainstraat

Tram stop 179 m walk

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4.5/5 237 reviews

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The Guislain Museum in Ghent opened in 1986 and is dedicated to educating the public about psychiatric care, a bold agenda for a museum located inside a psychiatric institution. Dr. Guislain championed the rights of the mentally ill and devised plans for dignified and humane treatment in 1828, when patients were still chained. The museum hosts exhibitions of work by mentally ill people (for example, the second photo shows a mentally ill person trying to make a map depicting Central America, part of South America, and Cuba). There are also exhibitions that examine how we connect to each other as humans. In addition to the temporary exhibitions, the museum houses three permanent collections: (1) a comprehensive exhibition on the history of psychiatry, (2) a catalogue of photographs of people with mental disorders dating back to 1860, and (3) a collection of foreign artists. The history of psychiatry records ancient treatment, from the ancient Greeks and the Eastern peoples (from the trepanation tools of Hippocrates to exorcisms), to the present era of psychotropic drugs. The museum also has a small collection of medical models related to psychiatry. The photo collection is based on photographs taken at the institution since the middle of the last century. Finally, the collection of foreign artists contains paintings and sculptures by self-taught artists from all over the world. Special mention deserves a section of the museum where reference is made to female hysteria and the means of dealing with it. These are the last two photos of the post. Those who read them were truly surprised and burst out laughing.

Stijn Bluekens

Interessante tentoonstellingen en fijne locatie.

Jill Maria Platteaux

Kom tot rust in de binnentuin.

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