Make a way for trees

According to the latest data from Brussels Environment (2023), the Belgian capital is one of the greenest cities in Europe, with 1,036 accessible green spaces of all sizes. This represents to an area of 3,129 hectares, or around 20% of its surface area. 

Through the Art Nouveau architectural elements of the Maison Autrique, a selection of artworks from the 19^th and 20^th century, some contemporary creations and contributions from historians and scientists, the ​‘Trees’ exhibition illustrates the emergence of a new urban scenery. The Maison Autrique propose to analyse the transformation of the way we look at and relate to nature in recent periods of Schaerbeek’s history. This exhibition is an opportunity to question the place of nature in the urban environment, to describe our experiences of nature in the city. Our intention is also to raise awareness of the actors and projects linked to the presence, management and preservation of this green heritage: a journey between the long history of nature and the short history of the house, and the relationship between human life and nature.

By studying the history of our green and majestic neighbours, we question our vision of nature in the 21^st century. Make a way for trees!