Grand Hornu, Former coal mining complex in Boussu, Belgium.
Description
Grand Hornu consists of well-preserved 19th-century industrial buildings featuring robust stone and brick construction with original machinery and equipment still intact within the complex.
History
Established in the early 19th century by Henri De Gorge, the site operated as a major coal mining facility until 1954 and received the first railway connection in Wallonia in 1830.
Culture
Since 1991, the site houses the Museum of Contemporary Arts (MACS) which organizes approximately ten temporary exhibitions annually, combining industrial heritage with modern artistic expression.
Practical
The complex offers guided tours, educational programs, underground tunnel exploration, a documentation center, bookstore, restaurant, and summer terrace for visitors throughout the year.
Did you know?
This UNESCO World Heritage Site represents one of Europe's most complete examples of 19th-century industrial architecture while simultaneously functioning as an active contemporary art venue.
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