The Museum of Folklore and Imagination in Tournai invites you to discover its new exhibition: “Starch and Fine Lace: The Textile Skills and Daily Lives of Women in the 19th Century,” a sensitive and well-documented journey that immerses visitors in the gestures, techniques, and social realities that shaped the lives of women in Tournai and its region.

Roundtable discussion and book launch on January 24, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

The Museum of Folklore and Imagination is offering three augmented lectures dedicated to three iconic figures from Tournai: Walter Ravez, magistrate, author, and folklorist; Stella Laurent, sculptor, educator, and creator of processional giants; and Hélène Dutrieu, aviation pioneer.

Fun and unique guided tours that immerse you in the world of the museum and its artists

As of September 22, Marie Depraetere has taken over as curator.