Our long tradition of philanthropy and active role in the life of the city stem from our indebtedness to the local communities that provide the framework for our development. We show our gratitude through a strong focus on corporate responsibility and commitment to cultural development. This includes supporting cultural institutions in our home countries.

Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens: our partners in promoting artistic creation

As part of this tradition, we support our friends and neighbours, Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens. A small, friendly museum that focuses on the study and presentation of 20th century modern art and plays a role as a contemporary art centre, this private foundation has become a cultural landmark in Flanders.

Its Wunderkammer Residence, which houses the personal library of Jan Hoet, is also used as a residence by artists, curators, researchers and writers who have an (inter)national, non-European outlook. With its local roots, accessible size and image as a house of excellence, Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens clearly reflects the Bank’s values.

As a key partner, the Bank also supports the museum’s flagship event, the Tuinfeest, which will take place this year on Saturday 31 August, marking the start of a new season for many Belgian collectors.

Summer holidays - an ideal time for a cultural visit

If you are travelling through the region this summer, it’s the perfect opportunity to visit Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens near the pretty village of Deurle on the banks of the Lys.

See the Museum Dhondt-Dhaenens programme