Welcome
8.30-9.30 AM, CET
Registration at the Museum of Industry
Coffee & tea
Keynote
9.30-10.30 AM, CET
Rodney Harisson
Industrial heritage for just green transition
Break
10.30-11.00 AM, CET
Coffee & tea
Talk
11.00-11.30 AM, CET
Hannah O'Toole
Historic Working Machinery, from steam to cotton: our mission to retain skills and knowledge
Talk
11.30-12.00 AM, CET
Pieter Gurdebeke
The rise and fall of the West-Flanders Steam Engine Asociation : historical overview and lessons learned
Lunch
12.00-13.00 PM, CET
Coffee & tea
Lunch
Tours
13.00-17.00 PM, CET
Option 1 : paper mill, Herissem
Discover the historic Paper Mill of Herisem, a hidden gem where centuries-old craftsmanship is run by volunteers. Experience live demonstrations of traditional papermaking in a beautifully preserved 19th-century setting. Perfect for history enthusiasts and creatives alike, this unique site offers an inspiring journey through the art of paper production!
Option 2 : Eperon d'Or, Izegem
Visit Eperon d’Or, a beautifully restored Art Deco treasure that tells the story of Belgium’s rich shoe and brush industry. Explore interactive exhibits, historic machinery operated by volunteers, and stunning architecture in this unique heritage site.
Night at the museum
18.00-22.00 PM, CET
Dinner
Reception and walking dinner at the Museum of Industry
Showcasing skills
Join our dedicated volunteers as they showcase their technical expertise on the Museum of Industry’s historic machinery! Experience live demonstrations of textile production and letterpress printing, bringing the industrial past to life with skill and passion.
Talks in the collection
Pieter Neirinckx
Old tricks new habits. Museum demonstrations in evolution
Peter Loockx
Understanding a machine means understanding its hazards
Robin Debo
Grooving into history: safeguarding endangered industrial craftsmanship through video
Please note that the programme may be subject to minor changes over the coming months
SPEAKERS
TRAVEL & STAY
The Museum of Industry
The basecamp of the conference is located at the Museum of Industry in Ghent, a hub where history and innovation meet. Here, we’ll attend insightful lectures and find the meeting point for excursions abroad. The museum showcases Belgium's industrial heritage, with a focus on the evolution of machinery, textile production, and manufacturing processes. It’s a fascinating setting to explore the roots of modern industry while connecting with fellow conference attendees.
The entrance to the Museum of Industry is located at Minnemeers 10, 9000 Ghent.
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