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Activities

Activities open to the public at the Boekentoren.

WhenEvery last Monday of the month.
WhereBoekentoren Gent
What

A short visit to the Belvedère, to enjoy the skyline of Ghent or take a selfie

Lost and found - Caring for What Is (about to Disappear)
WhenLost - 30 November 2025
Found - 3–27 February 2026
Caring - 21 June 2026
WhereBoekentoren
What

Cultural triptych about heritage and ecology

HowAdmission is free.
Booklaunch ‘Ferdinand Snellaert’ – Ludo Stynen
WhenApril 28, 7.30 pm.
WhereBelvedère, Rozier 3, 9000 Gent
WhatBook launch for the biography of Ferdinand Snellaert, written by Ludo Stynen. Moderator and journalist Werner Trio, author Ludo Stynen and Hendrik Conscience biographer Johan Vanhecke talk us through the event.
How

Admission is free, but advance registration is required.

Heritage day in the Boekentoren - margins, scribbles and caricatures
WhenSunday, April 26, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
WhereBoekentoren Gent, Rozier 9, 9000 Gent
WhatExpo 'Margins, Scribbles, and Caricatures': Discover historical political cartoons, mythical creatures, and old jokes from the university library's heritage collection.

Lecture 'In the Margins
': Prof. Verbaal will speak at 11:00, 13:30, and 14:30 about the hidden humor and bizarre figures in the margins of medieval manuscripts.

Live caricaturist
: From 13:00 to 16:00, you can take a seat in front of a professional artist to have your own portrait turned into a caricature.

Scavenger hunt 'Margin Monsters
': Children can search for hidden figures in the building and then get creative in the coloring studio.

Visit the Belvedere
: During this day, the iconic top floor of the tower is opened to the general public. Waiting times may apply.
WhoFree access. Everyone is welcome.

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