De geschiedenis van het kerkhof van Laken

Hidden behind Our Lady of Vrouwkerk van Laken lies perhaps the most beautiful cemetery in Brussels. Since the 19th century, the former small graveyard has evolved into a showcase where the wealthy in particular used monumental tombs to show who they had been. These monuments are receiving a lot of attention today. Less well-known is how the cemetery acquired its current size, how country houses had to give way, roads were rerouted, entrances shifted, and a new church, railway line, and station played a role. This lecture is presented by Joris Sleebus of the Lakense Geschiedenis history and folklore society Laca. After the lecture, we can chat further in the bar of the MC Bockstael. This is a great opportunity to meet the team of Laken Onthuld and become a member of our association. You will also have the opportunity to buy the special issue of Laca Tijdingen about the history of the cemetery (€5) and the book “Castles in Laeken” (€25) by Joris Sleebus on the spot. Register quickly! NB: this lecture will be presented in Dutch.