The MAS ("Museum aan de Stroom", or Museum by the River) opened its doors in 2011 in the port city Antwerp. The central focus of the MAS is Antwerp and its connection to the world. The MAS collection ranges from the history, art and culture of the city and port of Antwerp, to international trade and shipping, and to art, culture and history from Europe, Africa, America, Asia and Oceania.