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Chez Moretus: the house and its residents

Looking for something a bit less serious? This guided tour is sure to engage your pupils. The main focus is on the stories and anecdotes of the people who lived and worked here. The past is brought to life through humour and fun facts. 

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Chez Moretus: the house and its residents
©Jeroen Broeckx

Guided tour - 1st through 6th year of secondary school

From Spanish-speaking parrots and a business owner with OCD to bullying in the workplace, this interactive tour has it all. Pupils learn how people lived together in the 16th and 17th centuries and can then immediately make the connection with the present day. How are these things done now? 

The guide encourages pupils to think, feel and ask questions. We provide the opportunity for each group to bring its own perspective. Because history is made up of more than just one story.

 

Practical information

  • Guided tour for 1st through 6th year of secondary school
  • 90 minutes
  • €100 per guide
  • Museum admission is free for school groups. Be sure to book your free admission tickets in advance.
  • Your ticket is valid for the entire day, so be sure to spend time exploring the rest of the museum.

What to expect?

  • A guided tour focusing on people's stories
  • A tour that's never the same twice because every group and every guide is different
  • A bridge between the past and present
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