Sint-Jozefinstituut Bokrijk - a rich history

Discover a hidden piece of history in Genk. Walk with a guide through the school building that once served as a Kneipp spa and monastery and visit a unique exhibition about its rich past. Behind the walls of this special building lies a rich history. What is a school environment today was once a Kneipp spa and later a monastery. Tijdens Open Monumentendag guides take visitors through the oldest parts of the building and tell the story of the residents, the functions, and the evolution of this unique heritage site. In addition, there is a small exhibition to visit that offers a preview of the new book about the history of the site that will appear later in the year. A unique opportunity to discover a lesser-known piece of Genk heritage up close. Practical info: Locatie Ingang via the Hasseltweg 383 or via the Kneippstraat Polyvalente hall Programma Rondleidingen with guide at 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:00 PM Continuous visit to the exhibition about the history of the former Kneipp spa and monastery Possibility to subscribe to the announced book about the site For whom? Suitable for everyone with an interest in local heritage, architecture, and history. Horeca Bar with drinks at democratic prices.