Liberas is a renowned brand that serves as the reference point for the history of the liberal movement and the ideal of freedom in Belgium/Flanders, dating back to the early 19th century. With their online platform, they provide access to an impressive collection of 480,000 heritage pieces. This vast array of cultural treasures includes archives, with the ability to search through records of associations and individuals, a library containing over 60,000 historical and current books and magazines, a beeldbank (image bank) showcasing photographs, flags, posters, and other visual materials, as well as a vast collection of newspapers and magazines with more than 200,000 pages to browse.

Liberas also organizes various activities and events centred around their collections, such as colloquiums and exhibitions. Open to both researchers and the general public, their goal is to promote knowledge and understanding of liberalism throughout history. To stay updated with their latest offerings and activities, you can subscribe to their newsletter or visit their website.

Liberas is located at Kramersplein 23, Ghent, and welcomes visitors from Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and on Fridays from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. For more information, you can reach them at +32 9 221 75 05 or info@liberas. eu