Open Monuments Day 2025

At the corner of Nationalestraat and Kronenburgstraat in Antwerp stands the Institute of Tropical Medicine, housed since 1933 in a striking Art Deco building. This protected heritage site is not only a scientific research institute but also a monument reflecting the spirit of its time. The main building was designed by architects Marcel Spittael and Paul Lebon as part of a provincial health project. In 1924, their design was awarded by a jury that included none other than Victor Horta.

Visitors are invited to explore a place where architecture and science converge. Geometric lines and materials such as marble, white copper, and tropical wood give the building a quiet elegance. Its clear structure and thoughtful layout embody the idealism and forward-thinking spirit of the 1930s.

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