From October 4 till 31 a small part of the 14-18 Gallery is closed for refurbishment. The Gallery will again be open to the public as of November 2. We thank you for your understanding.
After the First World War both Belgium and the rest of the world saw fundamental changes. Society had to come to terms with damage and grief, but at the same time experienced a great revival.
Through its exhibition Beyond the Great War: 1918-1928 the War Heritage Institute focuses on several main themes: the final offensive, liberation, the post-war era, geopolitical changes, economic revival, mourning and remembrance, economic and cultural changes.
The exhibition does not only displays exceptional items from the rich WHI ...