Stories of refugees

01.04.2022 - 11.12.2022

70 years ago, 24 countries signed the Refugee Convention in Geneva. The new exhibition 'Stories of refugees' explores, beyond laws and political agreements, what it means to be on the run. From 1.04.2022 in the Shed.

Fieldwork. Refugee experiences in Antwerp

7.11.2019 - 3.8.2020

Many newcomers in Antwerp have come to our country as refugees. In a time in which more is spoken about them, rather than with them, their stories are worth hearing.

Sensitive Stories: Archive or Publish?

How does the museum address the privacy, well-being, and safety of witnesses or story donors?

Calendar

The Red Star Line Museum is everything but a traditional museum. Here's an overview of our activities.

With a guide

A guided tour makes a visit to the museum even more fun and interesting.

Research tips

Do you want to know more about the family history of a migrant but don't know where to start looking? A few tips will get you started.

Help Gup the gull move home

for children aged three to six

Gup the gull is moving to another country. Will you help Gup move home? Discover the story of Gup, and that of the Red Star Line, along with your child. 

Our collection

The collection of the Red Star Line Museum is atypical. The story behind the historical place and its link with the present is our focal point.

Destination Sweetheart

25.09.2020 - 26.09.2021

Migrants of love leave their homes, family and friends to build a future with their loved one. ‘Destination Sweetheart’ was an exhibition about migrating for love from the Red Star Line period to the present day. Letters, interviews and personal objects offered insight into heart-warming stories, as well confrontational ones. 

Children’s Committee

[2021-present day]

In 2021 we started the Children’s Committee, made up of 7 children who meet every month to discuss and think about ideas for the museum. Wilde Raven guided us through this journey and translated the children’s ideas into concrete actions.