Hendrik Conscience Heritage Library, Heritage library in central Antwerp, Belgium
The Hendrik Conscience Heritage Library maintains over 1.5 million items across 22 miles of bookshelves, including manuscripts, books, and historical newspapers.
The library traces its origins to 1505 when Willem Pauwels donated 41 books to Antwerp, though these were destroyed in the Town Hall fire of 1576.
The Nottebohm Room displays historical artifacts and houses valuable collections that document the evolution of Flemish literature and cultural heritage.
Located at Hendrik Conscienceplein 4, the library operates Monday through Thursday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The library features two Blaeu Globes from the 17th century in the Nottebohm Room, which underwent extensive restoration between 2012 and 2013.
Location: Antwerp
Inception: 1505
Website: http://consciencebibliotheek.be
GPS coordinates: 51.22076,4.40388
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:42
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