One of the biggest obstacles on the journey to the ‘promised land’ of America was trachoma, a contagious eye disease. If trachoma was detected during the medical inspection, immigrants were mercilessly sent back. This happened not once, but twice to young Ita Moël.
Together with a guide, you’ll dive into personal stories, photos, and objects to discover the Moël family’s migration story — one of resilience, patience, waiting, and trust — told powerfully in every part of the museum.
Practical
- Guided tour for adults
- Duration: 90 minutes
- 15 people per guide
- Languages: Dutch/French/English/German/other languages upon request
Price
- €120 per guide.
- Entrance to the museum is not included, please see Tickets & Rates
Info and reservation
- Guided visits with a visit date up to 30 September 2025 can be requested via Experience Antwerp.
- Guided visits with a visit date from 1 October 2025 can be requested via this e-form. The following applies for this tour:
- Date: from Tuesday to Sunday (Monday closing day)
- Start hour: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm or 3pm
- Max. 2 guides per start hour
- Max. 15 participants per guide
Good to know
Lunch
If the weather permits, enjoy a picnic at the Belvedère Park (on the banks of the Scheldt) as a complement to your museum visit.
Reception
The guide will be waiting for you at the Red Star Line Museum. The waiting area is to the left of the entrance aisle. Wristbands granting museum access will be available at the counter. You can use individual or group lockers if needed.
