November 20, 2 PM – “Vrolijk, Vrij & Vunzig”
On Wednesday, November 20, we are heading to Ypres. We will meet at 2 PM at the Yper Museum. First, Bart Lambert (VUB) will introduce us to the latest research findings from the excavations at St. Nicholas Church in Ypres with a lecture titled “Inzichten uit de Ieperse ondergrond: menselijk skeletmateriaal als bron voor het leven in een laatmiddeleeuwse grootstad” (Please note this lecture will be in Dutch). Following this, Hannelore Franck, the researcher behind the exhibition, will give us an introduction to the “Funny, Free and Filthy” exhibition. After that, we will visit the exhibition at our own pace. Those who wish can join for a drink afterward.
Practical Information:
- 1:50-2:00 PM: Arrival at the Yper Museum, gather at the entrance (Grote Markt 34, Ypres)
- 2:00-2:45 PM: Lecture by Bart Lambert – “Inzichten uit de Ieperse ondergrond: menselijk skeletmateriaal als bron voor het leven in een laatmiddeleeuwse grootstad”
- 2:45-3:00 PM: Introduction to the “Funny, Free and Filthy” exhibition by Hannelore Franck
- 3:00 PM: Exhibition visit
- 4:30 PM: Drink
Would you like to join this activity? Please sign up by sending an email to secretariaatvwm@gmail.com by November 6.
February 14, 2 PM – Library of the Bollandists
On Friday, February 14, we are welcome at 2 PM for a visit to the library of the Bollandists in Brussels. François Devriendt and Robert Godding (none other than the grandson of François Louis Ganshof) will give us a tour. In addition, Jeroen Deploige (UGent) will illustrate a recent research case using manuscripts from the library.
Practical Information:
- 1:50-2:00 PM: Gather at the Société des Bollandistes (Boulevard Saint-Michel 24, Brussels)
More information to follow.
April 30, 4 PM – Alamire Foundation & “Passie van de Stemmen” Concert
In Passion of the Voices 2025 the Franco-Flemish polyphonist Guillaume Du Fay (1397-1474) will be brought to life by the Cappella Pratensis Ensemble. This ensemble masterfully revives late medieval polyphony dedicated to the Holy Virgin, performing it in the Passion of the Voices-concert. The concerts organized by Passie van de Stemmen are usually sold out quickly, but this year we have secured 20 tickets for VWM members for the concert on April 30 at 8:30 PM in the Abbey Church of Park in Leuven. The spots for this evening activity are limited, so be quick to register. Prior to the concert, we will visit the Alamire Foundation’s collection at 4 PM, for which a larger group can participate.
Practical Information:
- 4:00 PM: Meet at the Abbey of Park in Leuven for a visit to the Alamire Foundation’s collection, led by Pieter Mannaerts (KU Leuven & Alamire Foundation)
- 6:00-8:00 PM: Opportunity to dine at Brasserie de Abdijmolen (self-financed)
- 8:30 PM: Concert Missa Ecce ancilla Domini
Information on registration to follow.