Scharpoord Cultural Center - Museum

Cultuurcentrum Scharpoord in Knokke-Heist is the town's cultural centre, a few hundred metres from the promenade. It has a theatre, two exhibition halls, a library and a large garden.

What can you expect at Scharpoord?

• History: The centre was built in 1970 to 1974 to a design by Ostend architect Paul Felix and later extended by his son Marc Felix. The name goes back to Scarport, recorded in 1290.
• Exhibitions: The exhibition halls, 1,500 square metres in total, host major temporary exhibitions. In summer photo exhibitions such as World Press Photo are held in the garden.
• Garden: The 20,000 square metre garden was designed by landscape architect Paul Deroose. The Cafécultuur garden pavilion features a light artwork by Ingo Maurer.

Practical information

• Facilities: There is a 426-seat theatre, a library and the Cafécultuur café.
• Opening hours: Usually open daily during exhibitions. Check the town's website for the programme.
• Surroundings: In Heist you will find the HEY Museum on the town's history.

Scharpoord is the cultural heart of Knokke-Heist, with art, theatre and a lovely garden.

Furthermore Scharpoord Cultural Center is near the following sights: The Smiles (±550 m), Swimming Pool Duinenwater (±600 m), Casino Knokke (±600 m), De Zes Bochten (±950 m) & Royal Zoute Golf Club (±1,1 km).

For information

Meerlaan 32, Knokke-Heist
tel. +32 506 304 30 
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