The Brussels Map Circle

An Extraordinary General Meeting open only for Brussels Map Circle active members. A personal invitation to this meeting with the agenda and the possibility of proxy vote will be sent out to all Active Members by separate mail at least two weeks before the meeting.

Venue: Vrijzinnig Centrum Geuzenhuis vzw, Kantienberg 9, 9000 Gent

Time schedule: At 11.00

URL: http://www.bimcc.org/events

Guided visit of the exhibition Wondrous Voyage

5 March 2022
Ghent, Belgium

Organisation: The Brussels Map Circle

From Ghent to East India. In 1721, Michael de Febure from Ghent sets sail from the port of Ostend on a trade mission to East India. His diary will lead you on a most unexpected expedition.
You will experience the constant fear of privateers and pirates, explore the Cape Verde Islands and brave some severe storms. Along the way, you will discover the wonders of life at sea, before finally arriving at the Indian port of Surat, a melting-pot of cultures, smells, spices and exotic produce. While listening to the stories of Michael and his ship-mates, you will board a life-sized ship. Unique objects also bring the journey to life, from old nautical maps and model ships to exotic animals and exclusive discoveries from eighteenth century shipwrecks.
Entrance fee: EUR 10.00.
[18 January 2022 update]
Those registered for the exhibition will receive a commentary on the maps on display to prepare for the visit. The visit will be preceded by lunch at a local restaurant for those who wish to do so.

Venue: Sint-Pietersplein 9, 9000 Gent

E-mail: info@bimcc.org

Time schedule: 14.00-17.00

URL: http://www.bimcc.org/events