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Baroque Influencers

Jesuits, Rubens and the Art of Persuasion

Today, the Nottebohm Room is the most ornate room at the Hendrik Conscience Heritage Library. But did you know that 250 years ago a miraculous chapel could be found here? It was very popular with Antwerp's elite, including Rubens and Van Dyck. The exhibition brings this mysterious location back to life. 

Behind-the-scenes tour

Saturday 4 October 2025 from 10:30 to 12:00
More dates
Saturday 4 October 2025 from 13:00 to 14:30
Saturday 6 December 2025 from 10:30 to 12:00
Saturday 6 December 2025 from 13:00 to 14:30

What goes on in a historic preservation library? Find out during our behind-the-scenes tours.
 

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