Museum44 Meensel-Kiezegem
About This Museum
Tucked away in the Brabant village of Tielt-Winge, Museum44 isn't just a building; it's the community's memory keeper for the dark days of 1944. The place feels deeply personal, almost like stepping into a family's collective attic where every object has a story it's desperate to tell. You'll find yourself lingering over simple, everyday items made profound by their history. It’s a quiet, reflective space that makes a global conflict feel intensely local.
Collection Highlights
The exhibits focus on the tragic 'Reprisals of Meensel-Kiezegem', with poignant displays of photographs and personal belongings of those who were taken. One of the most moving pieces is a simple bicycle, left behind by a villager who never returned.
Visitor Information
You'll find it on Binkomstraat, and while it's not one of those big city museums, that's its charm. It’s best to check their hours in advance as a small local operation.
Architecture & Building
Housed in what feels like a traditional village schoolhouse or community building, it’s unassuming and blends right into the local streetscape.
Contact & Location
Address: Museum '44, 1, Binkomstraat, Meensel, Meensel-Kiezegem, Tielt-Winge, Leuven, Vlaams-Brabant, Vlaanderen, 3391, België / Belgique / Belgien
Phone: +32 16 36 50 55
Website: Visit Website
