Traces of the Academy in Antwerp

Antwerp and art or Antwerp and fashion. For many, these concepts are inseparable. Indeed, the Royal Academy of Antwerp has existed for more than 360 years. And its fashion department has been around for more than sixty.

For all these centuries, the Academy has impressively defined and influenced the look of the city. During the walk Traces of the Academy in Antwerp, your guide will tell you about the origins of the Academy. He or she will show you what the Academy helped to realize. This way you will discover that this 'old lady' is still very much alive.

Additional information

• Your guide will highlight the history and accomplishments of the Academy as well as the evolution in the curriculum.
• This walk is best done during the day.