Musée de la radio
Small association-run museum in Boeschepe tracing the history of radio, from crystal sets to transistor radios; guided visits by reservation only.
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About the museum
The Boeschepe radio museum grew out of the passion of collector Didier Parent, who has been gathering radio receivers for some twenty years. It now displays many models that show the technical evolution of radio and the variety of its styles, from crystal sets to radio-phono cabinets and then to small transistor sets.
The museum is run by an association and sits in the centre of the village of Boeschepe, near the church, at the foot of the Mont des Cats and about three kilometres from the Belgian border. It opened to the public in June 2012.
The collection also includes loudspeakers, old televisions, gramophones and documentation. Themed temporary exhibitions are shown regularly and are included in the admission price. The museum also organises events such as a music festival and a radio and audio fair, and takes part in the European Heritage Days.
Highlights
- The evolution of radio, from crystal sets to transistor sets
- Crystal sets, radio-phono cabinets and transistor sets
- Loudspeakers, vintage televisions and gramophones
- Themed temporary exhibitions included in the ticket
- Guided tours led by passionate volunteers
Permanent exhibition
- Collection de postes de radio – Radio receivers, loudspeakers, vintage televisions and gramophones show the technical evolution and styles of radio, from crystal sets to transistor sets.
- Founded
- 2012
- Operated by
- Association du Musée de la Radio
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €6 |
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| Reduced | €4.50 |
| Families | €12Family pass for 2 adults and 2 children; €3 per additional child. |
| Family pass (2 adults and 2 children) | €12€3 per additional child. |
Temporary exhibitions are included in the admission price. Payment by cheque or cash; no card payment.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- 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
The museum is entirely on one level; wheelchair users can access the whole visit.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By car
Parking available
Parking spaces are available opposite the museum.
The museum is in the village centre, near the church. From Lille: motorway A25, exit 12 Méteren, then D10 towards Saint-Jans-Cappel and Berthen. From Dunkirk: A25, exit 13, towards Steenvoorde and Poperinghe.
Get directionsAmenities & dining
- Museum shop
- Coat check: not available
Small shop at reception. No cloakroom; reception has a small space for motorcycle helmets or umbrellas. Pets are not allowed.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes · approx. 60 min |
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| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Visits are guided only and last about one hour; all guides are volunteers. School groups are welcomed with their teachers, and guides adapt the visit to the pupils' age. |
