Snijders & Rockoxhuis - Free Audio Guide
Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
Snijders & Rockoxhuis, 10;12, Keizerstraat, Universiteitsbuurt, Sint-Anna, Antwerpen, Vlaanderen, 2000, Belgiƫ / Belgique / Belgien
Snijders & Rockoxhuis, located in Antwerp, is a unique museum housed in two historic 17th-century buildings. Established in 1977, it originally served as the residence of the prominent humanist and art collector Nicolaas Rockox. The museum showcases an impressive collection of artwork from the Flemish masters, including pieces by Rubens and Van Dyck, alongside exquisite furniture and tapestries that reflect the cultural richness of the era. The museum's enchanting inner garden evokes the early 17th-century city garden that Rockox likely owned. Visitors can explore the intimate atmosphere of a historical Antwerp home while viewing exceptional art pieces. Currently, the museum hosts the "Barokke influencers" festival, reviving lost ceiling paintings by Rubens. Admission fees are modest, and the museum is accessible for visitors with mobility challenges. For the latest visiting hours, please check their official website.