The heritage project 'The World of J.B. Stessens' in Geel is a contender for the public prize of the Province of Antwerp. This award recognizes projects that uniquely connect immovable heritage with the present day. The province encourages the public to vote for the Geel project.
During the autumn of 2025, Geel was dedicated to artist J.B. Stessens. The project brought his life, work, and significance to Geel back into focus through a unique combination of exhibitions, a city walk, workshops, a storytelling evening, and a publication. Thousands of visitors discovered Stessens' work and his connection to Geel in an accessible and surprising way.
Thanks to broad collaboration between various partners, 'The World of J.B. Stessens' has grown into a remarkable heritage project now vying for the public prize. You can cast your vote via the official voting form from the Province of Antwerp or by emailing erfgoed@provincieantwerpen.be. The voting period concludes on October 30, 2026, at 12 PM.
