Sint-Felixpakhuis, 19th century warehouse in Antwerp, Belgium
Description
Sint-Felixpakhuis is a seven-story brick warehouse with walls built in traditional Flemish bond pattern and a large glass-covered passage running through its center. The passage is supported by iron beams and links two different streets on opposite sides of the building.
History
Architect Felix Pauwels designed this warehouse in 1858 for a railway equipment company. Following a fire in 1861, the building was reconstructed with improvements to its structure.
Culture
The archives inside hold letters, maps, and documents spanning centuries that tell the story of the city and the people who lived here. Visitors can see how these items connect to everyday life in Antwerp across different periods.
Practical
The renovated building now functions as the city archives with public spaces including meeting rooms and a large auditorium for events. You can walk through the glass passage and explore the interior layout with ease.
Did you know?
The documents held in the archives were recognized by UNESCO in 2009 as part of the Memory of the World Register, highlighting their global importance. This collection contains rare materials found nowhere else in the world.
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