Heemkundig Zoldermuseum Schaliënhoeve
Local history museum of Heemkring Berchem in the attic of the last historic farm in Berchem, in Domein Park West.
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About the museum
The Schaliënhoeve is the last surviving historic farm in Berchem, once a rural spot. The Kempen-style farm dates from around 1550 and is listed as protected architectural heritage.
In the attic of the house-and-stable building, Heemkring Berchem presents its Berchem heritage, and you can also see the remarkable roof structure. The collection consists of society banners, porcelain, glassware, toys, tools from various crafts, lighting fixtures and works by Berchem artists, largely thanks to donations from Berchem residents. There is also a heritage library.
The farm's barn houses Restaurant-Brasserie Park West. The whole site lies in Domein Park West on the Rooiplein.
Highlights
- Museum in the attic of the last historic farm in Berchem
- Visible roof structure of the house-and-stable building
- Society banners, porcelain, glassware and toys from Berchem
- Works by Berchem artists
- Heritage library of the local history circle
Permanent exhibition
- Museum met Berchems erfgoed op de zolder – In the attic of the house-and-stable building the local history circle shows its Berchem collection and the remarkable roof structure of the farm.
- Operated by
- Heemkring Berchem vzw
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €2 |
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| Reduced | €1.50Young people aged 12 to 18 and people aged 65 and over |
| Children & teens | €1free up to age 5 · Children aged 6 to 12 pay €1; under 6s free. |
| Seniors | €1.50From age 65. |
| Groups | –Group up to 15 people €20, up to 20 people €25, up to 25 people €30; school visits are free. A starting fee of €20 applies to groups. |
Free admission: On Heritage Day and Open Monument Day the visit is free.
Members of Heemkring Berchem enter free. Reception with an introduction and guidance during the visit are included in the price.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: not available
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
Because of the layout and historic character of the house-and-stable building, the attic museum is not accessible to people with reduced mobility or to wheelchair users.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 5 |
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The museum is in the attic and cannot be reached by wheelchair; accessibility with a pushchair is not stated.
Getting there & parking
By car
Paid parking
There is ample parking on the Rooiplein, opposite the entrance to Park West. It is a paid parking zone from Monday to Saturday, 9:00–19:00.
The museum is in the left-hand building of Domein Park West on the Rooiplein.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Restaurant
Restaurant-Brasserie Park West (left-hand building) with a terrace is located in the farm's barn.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | For a group visit, it is best to book via museum@heemkringberchem.be or by phone on 03 292 51 15. |
