Practical information
Step into a web full of surprises at the Open Air Museum this summer. Discover impressive play installations, creative workshops and crazy demonstrations. All in the spirit of wickerwork.
Gigantic braided play installations
Fantasy and fun, that's what it's all about. From a 40-metre long braided play snake that invites you to explore, to cheerful nets to dream and rest, play and jump in. All unique and handmade. Braiding is central to the museum this summer!
Pop-up expo wickerwork
In the Teutenhuis you can immerse yourself in wickerwork from the past and present. From a zinc net that protects our oceans to artisanally woven baskets. Want to get started yourself? Learn the basics of basket weaving with the digital tool that we developed in collaboration with UAntwerp.
Construction shed
In the Bouwschuur, no less than 75,000 blocks are waiting for your creative hands. Dare to take on crazy challenges in this bustling construction site or let your imagination run wild. For children and adults. Who can build the highest tower?
Costume barn
Wrap yourself literally in the past. Clogs on, yoke over shoulders, ... Come outside again and follow lessons in the school in your new outfit, help the farmer on his farm or listen to the sermon of the pastor. Mom, dad, grandpa or grandma, don't forget to take pictures!
Living History
In the museum village of Haspengouw, a new character makes her entrance: the midwife. After all, one of the villagers turns out to be pregnant without being married. A disgrace in the Catholic village! The advice that was given to expectant mothers in 1900 and whether or not to give birth with a midwife, keeps the villagers in suspense.
Workshops
During the summer holidays, edible wickerwork is on the studio menu, to make and eat yourself! You can also hammer together a wooden windmill or a bird feeder, or you can craft a special bee hotel yourself. The choice is yours!
Design studio
Getting creative is also possible in ‘Design Studio: Redesign the Future’. Have you always wanted to live in a Bokrijk house, but tailored to your wishes? In this studio, immerse yourself in the role of architect and literally and figuratively shape our buildings to your liking.
Practical
Date and time: July 1 to August 31 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Open Air Museum
Tickets: You pay the entrance fee for the Open Air Museum, which includes the Summer Days. Tickets are available online. Bokrijk subscribers have free access.
Accessibility: You can find more information about accessibility here.