Great museum and very informative. It’s a shame that this historical building was basically stripped down and modernized on the interior. I suggest adding replicas of things that existed there before, especially on the first floor where it goes through the history of immigration. Seems like a filler room like they didn’t know what to do with the space. Also it was kind of sad seeing the pictures of the hallway leading to the medical examination room, and comparing to how it is now, blocked up with walls for the exhibit. It would be better to try and be historically accurate to the layout of the building, instead of closing rooms off. Also would have been cool if instead of drawing lines on the ground, they had rebuilt the shower and changing room areas for people to see, and maybe add cool information inside the stalls. Also, at the end of the exhibit, it would be cool to have an interactive experience where you can look up a family member’s name that you know immigrated to North America, and see if their name shows up on any former passenger lists. I assume these names are on file somewhere? Washington DC does something similar where you can look up relatives that fought in WW2. Really added to the experience.

Very good museum, it's my fourth time I see it. Don't miss the terrace, you can see the giant dock cranes from above. No need to book in advance, I just bought the ticket at the entrance.

Honestly, I can’t give a full review. I arrived in the half-hour before the museum closed and couldn’t get any tickets to the paid exhibition. But there’s a free lift ride up to the top of the giant ship hull. I could look out into the horizon, much like MAS. This experience is complimented with ground arrows pointing towards different large cities.

Nice museum. Beautiful building. Situated at the north edge of the city, close to the MAS, along the right bank of the river. Definitely worth a visit, in an upcoming neighborhood 'Het eilandje'.

Auch ein spannendes Museum, sehr gut gemacht. Es verbindet Auswanderungsgeschichte in Europa über die Red Star Linie mit heutiger Immigration und Flüchtlingsbewegungen. Viele eindrucksvolle Videogeschichten. Auch gut mit Kindern zu besuchen - es gab immer wieder Koffer zu untersuchen und sich so Auswanderung zu nähern. Faire Eintrittspreise und ein toller Blick vom Aussichtsturm auf Antwerpen.

Wider Erwartens hat uns das Museum doch sehr gut gefallen. Ein besinnlicher Ort, der zum Nachdenken animiert. Es wird facettenreich und mit viel Feingefühl eine Geschichte der Migration erzählt. Auch einige Schiffsmodelle werden dort ausgestellt, was für Kinder sicherlich von Interesse sein dürfte. Viele historische Bilder und Dokumente werden dort gezeigt.

Visit 4/5/23 in the morning, price for students €6. The museum is very interesting, going into detail about the emigration to the New World / Americas, the passengers last days in Europe and their journey. English translation is not provided for every single image / object, but mainly for the big historical context boards. But at the ticket office they give you a small booklet with the translation and summary of the most important elements in this museum. Some of the videos they show, interview to passengers, are translated, others not. Regardless, this museum is highly Recommended :-)

What a find. This museum gives a clear picture of the migration from Europe in a clear and easy to understand manner. The exhibits are well done and peak the interest level. We just sort of stumbled into it - when visiting Antwerp be sure to save a few hours for this amazing and under used place.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting trip through the history of emigration from Europe to America, in which this shipping company played an important role. Curious the fact, duly documented and exposed, that fundamental names like Einstein passed through here. In good time, the installations of the Red Star Line became an interesting museum, whose visit is highly recommended. (Original) Interessantíssima viagem pela história da emigração da Europa para a América, na qual esta companhia de navegação teve importante papel. Curioso o facto, devidamente documentado e exposto, de por aqui terem passado nomes fundamentais como Einstein. Em boa hora as instalações da Red Star Line se converteram em interessante museu, cuja visita muito se recomenda.

Great museum about a very interesting historical event. For any history buffs this is definitely worth a visit as it tells the story of the transatlantic migration as both an economic and social history. There are some nice personal experiences recorded by passengers aboard these ships. The museum is fairly small and limited in scope, but for anyone interested in the topic it is a must. Furthermore it manages to remain topical by including unrelated migration stories, including recent ones. The guide was charming and drew some interesting parallels between 19th-20th century migration laws, scepticism and discrimination and current migration issues. All in all a nice visit that doesn't take too long, you can see everything in a few hours or less.

One of the best museums in Antwerp. Very well presented - the history of immigration, the stories of the travellers, their adventures and dreams. I've been there with my kids and they learned a lot.

Really impressive museum. They put in an effort to bring history to the people. Different types of presentation, lots of information, and an amazing collection. It exceeded my expectations.

Came to the city and this museum was on the top of my list. Did definitely not disappoint! I loved it and will recommend it to anyone who is interested in the topic. I have also been to Ellis Island and to see the other side, and so many more stories. Really loved it. I was there around 14:30h and was just about done at 17h when the museum closed. I took my time, read everything and had to rush a bit through the last two rooms. Which was a shame. So I think illness back one day 😊

Nice museum, strong story. Excelent view tower.

Very fun and informative museum. We took a guide which was totally worth it. If you want to climb the tower you should be prepared to go up a lot of steps or to take the elevator. The museum also wasn't crowded at all which was very nice.

As an immigrant, the museum is very relatable to me. A lot of stories about migration and Red Star Line itself.

Disappointing visit, paid €10 for an adult ticket (it will be €6 for students between 18 to 26 years old), yet most of the displays are explained in Dutch, I think. Only interactive displays with monitors provided explanations in different languages. Barely understood what was going on, spend most of my time at the interactive display as these are the only ones with English explanations. Would not recommend English speaking tourists to visit as you may barely understand what is going on, unless you use Google translate.

Very interesting museum, more or less full of photos, ship models, ship equipment and travel supplies, quite well arranged, interesting even for children - in the museum there are suitcases with tasks intended to open and solve problems, very nicely told story of people who emigrated to America, informative, educative, builded with high-quality, entrance fee is adequate, English-speaking staff, toilets available, parking is possible somewhere on the street, but we went by foot, I recommend it

Not so big Museum about refugees. Children friendly: there is a table with chairs at the entrance for kiddos and during the tour there're small boxes on the floor to discover. A lot of different forms of exhibitions, many shapes, light, video, subjects. In one place you can even smell the scent! Awesome!

Absolutely fantastic museum with so much information on not just the Red Star Line, but on the history of Belgium, and a real social overview of Europe through the last few centuries. Great exhibits on migration, social policy and cultural divides. And of course, plenty on boats and shipping! Lots to read, as well as plenty of interactive displays too. And the viewing tower at the end is excellent! Very good value for money, with enough content to last 3-4 hours!

Eines der bewegendsten und informativsten Museen, das ich je besucht habe. Die Geschichten von Migration und Deportation, von Angst, Flucht und Hoffnung sind so lebendig erzählt, die Exponate so gut gewählt, dass man oft den Tränen nahe ist, angesichts der persönlichen Schicksale. Nach dem Besuch ist man ein anderer Mensch - was Generationen vor uns erdulden und erleiden mussten, wird hier mit allergrößtem Respekt vorgestellt.

Nice museum with reflections on migration and humans wish to a new better world in the past and in the present with food for thought on the future. Happy to have had some real & good food & drinks at the Upper deck café at museum venue.

Really excited to know the history of Belgium before. Never came up in my mind before that Belgium citizens before also tried to immigrants to Amerika because they were poor and want to have a better life

If you ever find yourself in Antwerp go and have look, you won't be disappointed! It's a nice and well fought through route and has interactive storylines and fun facts.

If you are looking for an interactive and educational adventure with your kids, then I recommend this museum. It is easy to reach by car (have no idea how you get there by public transport ?) and there are parking places in the area. The museum was a departure point to the USA back in days, and still have the same name (the red stat line). You can read and see many interesting facts and stuff. The museum takes you back in time in a way u feel how a refugee lived in the 1920s. As for kids: they get at the entrance a book with a mission to find suitcases filled with orders, questions and foto's. I truly don't advise this place for families with kids beneath 5 years old. There is not much interactive things to do for their age. The staff where very kind and friendly tho!

This museum has had a considerable amount of effort put into it. Expect to spend at least two hours here if your interested in hearing lots of migration stories!

Very interesting, staff were polite and helpful. I would liked to have seen more on the ships and what it really was like on board for all classes. Skimmed over these details.

Really interesting museum with a migrations theme. If you like history and life stories this is excellent.Good interactive displays to keep children amused.

A great museum about the history of the migration of Europeans to America by ship. The exposition of all the stages show how people had to go to true al the stages before entering the ship and is fantastic. It's a new museum and very family friendly. A must do if you are in Antwerp.

Reasonable quality/price museum, as you can find out it goes about the immigration through Belgium, what I would not recommend to visit is the bar on the 1st floor if you aren’t happy to pay 2,00€ for tap water in a glass or 2,50€ for a glass without gas of cola... for example... they should serve what you pay for, just saying...

Great exhibition, one of the best museums in Belgium

(Translated by Google) Exciting and moving (Original) Passionnant et émouvant

(Translated by Google) Nice museum about a piece of Antwerp history. A piece of history that we can still learn from today with corona ... Beautiful pieces and photos where you can get lost in the past. We were all alone in the museum. Too bad ... on the other hand also nice and quiet of course. (Original) Mooi museum over een stukje Antwerpse geschiedenis. Een stuk geschiedenis waar we vandaag de dag met corona nog van kunnen leren... Mooie stukken en foto's waar je zo in het verleden kan verdwalen. We waren helemaal alleen in het museum. Jammer...anderzijds ook lekker rustig natuurlijk.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting and modern (also child-friendly) museum about immigration. Very friendly staff! (Original) Heel interessant en modern (ook kindvriendelijk) museum over immigratie. Heel vriendelijke staff !

Je wordt helemaal ondergedompeld in het verleden. Een geweldige ervaring en echt een must-see!

(Translated by Google) A boat trip through time, touching ... (Original) Un voyage en bateau dans le temps, touchant...

(Translated by Google) Beautiful museum full of special stories .. (Original) Mooi museum vol bijzondere verhalen..

(Translated by Google) Very surprising and pleasant museum about the history of European emigrants, but also with links to contemporary issues. (Original) Heel verassend en aangenaam museum over de historie van de Europese landverhuizers maar ook met links naar de hedendaagse problematiek.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting (Original) Zeer Interessant

Fascinating story of migration to America, interesting exhibits

(Translated by Google) Very worthwhile to better understand the migration flows from the past. But it also leaves you with the current situation (Original) Zeer de moeite om de migratiestromen vanuit het verleden, beter te begrijpen. Maar het laat je ook wel stilaan bij de huidige situatie

(Translated by Google) Not everything open because of covid (Original) Nie wszystko otwarte z powodu covid

(Translated by Google) A nice museum that is not too expensive, a nice view over Antwerp.A visit takes about 90 minutes. (Original) Een leuk museum dat niet te duur is een mooi uitzicht over antwerpen.een bezoek duurt ongeveer een 90 min.

(Translated by Google) Here you can discover the journey of the emigrants to America. It is interesting but you have to read a lot and there is not too much to admire. Informative. (Original) Hier kan je de reis van de landverhuizers naar Amerika ontdekken. Het is wel interessant maar je moet veel lezen en er is niet te veel om te bewonderen. Informatief.

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful and interesting. Beautiful design and a good insight into the life and emigration of Europeans to America in the early 19th century. (Original) Zeer mooi en interessant .Prachtige vormgeving en een goede inkijk over het leven en emigratie van Europeanen naar Amerika begin 19e eeuw.

Very informative museum, incredibly well done with various audio-visual tools.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful design and interesting stories (Original) Mooie vormgeving en interessante verhalen

(Translated by Google) A worthy museum. A cozy and interesting place (Original) Достойный музей. Уютное и интересное место

(Translated by Google) Gripping museum with fantastic stories! (Original) Aangrijpend museum met fantastische verhalen!

(Translated by Google) Beautiful, clear, playful and clear. Fully accessible to people with disabilities. And a textbook example of how it can be done! (Original) Mooi, duidelijk, speels en overzichtelijk. Volledig toegankelijk voor mensen met een beperking. En schoolvoorbeeld van hoe het ook kan !

(Translated by Google) Friendly lady on the phone (Original) Vriendelijke dame aan de telefoon

(Translated by Google) Very good introduction and placement of the Red Star Line given in the zeitgeist! Definitely worth it! (Original) Zeer goede introductie en plaatsing van het Red Star Line gegeven in de tijdsgeest! Zeker de moeite!

(Translated by Google) Museum to learn about the history of the historic Red Star Line and understand the origins of travel between continents. They have objects that are a real gem. Much quieter than other collections, but of great interest. Do not forget to climb its modest tower to enjoy beautiful views of the river and the maritime area. The staff is very attentive to the visitor. (Original) Museo para conocer la historia de la histórica Red Star Line y entender los y orígenes de los viajes entre continentes. Poseen objetos que son una verdadera joya. Bastante más tranquilo que otras colecciones, pero de gran interés. No olvides subir a su modesta torre para disfrutar de unas preciosas vistas hacia el río y la zona marítima. El personal, es muy atento con el visitante.

(Translated by Google) Nice museum. The children also liked it. Lockers available Nice view from the tower. (Original) Mooi museum. Ook de kindjes vonden het fijn. Lockers beschikbaar Mooi uitzicht vanuit de toren.

(Translated by Google) A must when you visit Antwerp. Wonderful museum. Don't forget the observation tower. (Original) Een must als je Antwerpen bezoekt. Prachtig museum. Vergeet de uitkijktoren niet.

(Translated by Google) Been here for the 3rd time recently, is always something you haven't seen last time. Definitely recommended as a class trip / trip with the family (Original) Recent voor de 3de keer hier naartoe geweest , is altijd wel iets wat je vorige keer niet hebt gezien . Zeker een aanrader als klasuitstap / uitstap met de famil

(Translated by Google) Very aithenty museum with excellent live guides that take you back in time. Recommended. (Original) Zeer aithenty museum met uitstekende live gidsen die je terug meenemen in de tijd. Aanrader.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting history (Original) Heel interessante geschiedenis

(Translated by Google) Nice museum about the Red star line. (Original) Leuk museum over de Red star line.

(Translated by Google) Very nice museum. Highly recommended for those who want to learn more about the Belgian shipping company. (Original) Heel mooi museum. Een echte aanrader voor wie meer wil te weten komen over de Belgische rederij.

(Translated by Google) Very good guide on Choices and Dilemmas in the context of Night of History. Often heartbreaking choices emigrants face. The museum itself deserves several partial visits. (Original) Zeer goede gidsbeurt over Keuzes en Dilemma's in kader van Nacht vd Geschiedenis. Vaak hartverscheurende keuzes waar emigranten voor staan. Museum zelf verdient meerdere deelbezoeken.

(Translated by Google) Cool little-known story, we spent within 2 hours in the museum (Original) Cool histoire peu connu, on a passé dans les 2h dans le musée

(Translated by Google) Interesting exhibition (Original) Interessante expositie

(Translated by Google) Nice story, also in the order of actions to travel with the Red Star Line to a far away country. Stories, interactive, photos, videos. Well brought to a perfect location. (Original) Mooi verhaal, ook in de volgorde van handelingen om met de Red Star Line te reizen naar een ver land. Verhalen, interactief, foto’s, video’s. Goed gebracht op een perfecte locatie.

(Translated by Google) Classe restaurant friendly and quiet enjoy food very good (Original) Classe restaurant vriendelijk en rustig genieten eten zeer goed

(Translated by Google) Very nice museum. You really sympathize with the people who made the crossing (for various reasons). You get to hear stories from real people. The link with contemporary migration is also a real plus. RECOMMENDED! (Original) Heel mooi museum. Je leeft echt mee met de mensen die de oversteek (om verschillende redenen) maakten. Je krijgt verhalen van echte mensen te horen. Ook de link met hedendaagse migratie is een echt pluspunt. AANRADER!

(Translated by Google) Wow to do it again !!! (Original) Waaauw zekr eens doen !!!

Informative and enjoyable. A must visit museum in the city for rich history. It's free entrance for residents of Antwerpen. Make your place reserve via website before you plan to visit, free locker available for your luggage security. All covid-19 precautions taken care well.

Very interesting museum which places the Red Star Line company within the context of human migration throughout the different eras of mankind.

Beautiful and interesting museum to visit and enjoy. Really worth to do. And as you progress through your visits, you will travel between history and the steps the migrants passed

Important museum to see and experience about immigrants from Europe try to begin life in United States a decade ago..all sadness and happiness.. Internarional world should know it!

Impressive and emotional museum, a testament to one of the largest migration movements in world history and the formation of the North American identities to this day as nations of immigration.

Of this is your 'maiden voyage' to this type of museum you won't be disappointed. This museum about the red star line and the their boat trips around the world brings you stories, testimonies and art about these interesting and often dangerous voyages. The touch screens can be operated with disinfected touch pens, given to you at the entrance. This guarantees a pleasant visit, even during these strange times. There are also lockers available, but because of the covid crisis the cafetaria is not open.

Really cool museum! History of the emigration, about the ships, ... You won’t regret to visit here!

Very interesting and intense museum. The exhibition is complete and really well done, going from general informations to different personal stories of immigrants, who speaks through videos and objects (screens always cleaned!) The only negative side is the staff very strict on opening hours (we were kindly kicked out 5 minutes earlier and we were looking at the last two vitrines of the last room...) and keep in mind to book your ticket online, at the desk we have been told that the museum was complete while a couple minutes later we bought them from the website. Just a single episode, the museum is really nice!!

I love it! If you are a migrant, are interested in that topics, or just like to know a bit about history, you can't miss this museum. It's small and you can finish the visit fast. Don't expect a huge museum with antiques and collections, but it's really worth it. It has awsome stories, testimonies and audiovisual that explains the huge migration from Antwerp to New York for more than 2 million people during the period of 1873 and 1935 on board of the Red Star Line.

This was such a well done museum! It was amazing to see how the process was especially when I had seen the Ellis Island museum before this. Allow 1-2 hours depending on how much you like reading and listening to the stories of immigrants coming to US. Highly recommend.

Super interessant museum. Het gaat over migratie in de 19e en 20e eeuw. Maar ook de oorsprong van migratie en migratie nu. Het is ook aangepast aan corona en er zijn kleine activiteitjes. Je hoort ook de verhalen van mensen en ziet de situatie van de mensen. Ook zie je hoe de boot er toen uitzag en hoe alles aan zijn werk ging.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful discovery of an unknown reality presented with all the technological and contemporary scenographic assets. Worth the trip! (Original) Belle découverte dune réalité méconnue présentée avec tous les atouts technologiques et scénographiques contemporains .Vaut le déplacement !

(Translated by Google) Very interesting! Learned a lot about how people immigrated for various reasons, kobe 11 years old (Original) Heel interessant! Veel bijgeleerd over hoe mensen immigreerden wegens diverse redenen, kobe 11 jaar

(Translated by Google) Nice and informative museum. (Original) Mooi en informatief museum.

(Translated by Google) Great exhibitions, visual projections and interactive elements. Highly recommended for young and old. (Original) Knappe exposities, visuele projecties en interactieve elementen. Echte aanrader voor jong en oud.

(Translated by Google) Nice exhibition .. Absolute thanks to the staff for the help my dad got from you guys🍀 (Original) Leuke tentoonstelling.. Absolute dank aan het personeel voor de hulp die mijn papa van jullie kreeg🍀

(Translated by Google) Informative museum about the emigrants (Original) Informatief museum over de landverhuizers

(Translated by Google) Very nice museum, recommended (Original) Heel leuk museum, aanrader

(Translated by Google) Not as kid friendly as suggested. (Original) Niet zo kindvriendelijk als voorgesteld.

(Translated by Google) About boundless love (Original) Over grenzeloze liefde

(Translated by Google) Very well (Original) Heel goed

(Translated by Google) Nice museum, not too big, interesting facts and tidbits, beautiful exhibits and handsome building. We did it with our boys aged 7 and 9 (the family quest in Bessy's tracks is fun!). The oldest found it all fascinating, for our youngest it was still a bit far from his bed (there are quite a lot of things to read and that took him too long). There is a restaurant in the museum, but it is also close to the restaurants, take-aways, etc. around the MAS, so easy to combine! (Original) Mooi museum, niet te groot, interessante feiten en weetjes, mooie opstellingen en knap gebouw. We deden het met onze jongens van 7 en 9 jaar (de familiezoektocht in de sporen van Bessy is leuk!). De oudste vond het boeiend allemaal, voor onze jongste was het nog wat ver van zijn bed (er zijn vrij veel zaken om te lezen en dat duurde hem te lang). Er is een restaurant in de museum maar het ligt ook vlakbij de restaurantjes, take aways enz rondom het MAS, goed te combineren dus!

(Translated by Google) interesting day today learned a lot and got to see. yet Antwerp remains a separate city. always enjoy walking through it (Original) interessante dag vandaag weer een hoop geleerd en mogen zien . toch blijft Antwerpen een aparte Stadt . vind het altijd leuk om er door heen te lopen

(Translated by Google) Super educational. (Original) Super leerrijk.

(Translated by Google) gives a different view on migration (Original) geeft een andere kijk op migratie

(Translated by Google) De moeite waard !! A blast from the past ... still current today ... (Original) De moeite waard!! Un tuffo nel passato..tutt'ora ancora attuale..

(Translated by Google) Nice museum, very informative (Original) Mooi museum, heel informatief

(Translated by Google) Back in time, beautiful and well-organized evocation; educational also for young people! (Original) Back in time, mooie en goed georganiseerde evocatie; leerrijk ook voor jongeren!

(Translated by Google) Very child-friendly, beautiful historical museum in a historic location. Too bad there is no ship next to the dock (Original) Erg kindvriendelijk, mooi historisch museum op een historische locatie. Jammer dat er geen schip naast ligt, in het dok nabij

(Translated by Google) Nice museum. You learn something about the history again (Original) Leuk museum. Leer je weer iets bij over de geschiedenis

(Translated by Google) Interesting, didactic, worthwhile about immigration (Original) Interessant,didactisch,de moeite waard over immigratie

(Translated by Google) Definitely worthwhile for those interested in the theme, it takes about 2 hours to read and view everything carefully. (Original) Voor de geïnteresseerden van het thema zeker de moeite, alles aandachtig lezen en bekijken is ongeveer 2 uur.

(Translated by Google) Second visit for me. Remains a unique experience (Original) Tweede bezoek voor mij.blijft een unieke beleving

(Translated by Google) Too much info ... the whole human migration since prehistoric times! (Original) Te veel info ook wel... de hele menselijke migratie sinds de oertijd!

(Translated by Google) Good museum that has further shaped my insights into migration. Children were also full of praise for it. The interactive displays, models and the activity booklet turned it into a total experience. (Original) Knap museum dat mijn inzichten rond migratie verder gevormd heeft. Ook kinderen waren er vol lof over. De interactieve opstellingen, maquettes en het doe boekje maakte er een totaalbeleving van.

(Translated by Google) Well worth it (Original) Zeker de moeite waard

(Translated by Google) The museum is very interesting, but what a terrible welcome from the staff! It was certainly a Sunday afternoon, but that's not a reason to be so unpleasant! :-( (Original) Le musée est très intéressant mais quel horrible accueil de la part du personnel! C'était certes un dimanche après-midi mais ce n'est pas une raison d'être aussi désagréable! :-(

(Translated by Google) A top museum that gives you insight into the history of the migration flows (Original) Een topmuseum dat je inzicht geeft in de geschiedenis van de migratiestromen

(Translated by Google) Nice museum. Completely to my expectation. Children have also been thought of with a number of fun assignments and a souvenir when they go out. (Original) Mooi museum. Volledig naar mijn verwachting. Ook aan kinderen is er gedacht met een aantal leuke opdrachten en een souvenirtje bij het buitengaan.

(Translated by Google) God's art of uguem (Original) Boza sztuka uguem

(Translated by Google) Very nice museum, gives a good insight into how a trip to America went at that time. The destination sweet heart exhibition was very interesting. (Original) Zeer leuk museum, geeft een goed inzicht op hoe een reis naar Amerika in die tijd verliep. De expositie destination sweet heart, was heel interessant.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting and very well built (Original) Zeer interessante en heel goed opgebouwd

(Translated by Google) Interesting especially with the right guidance about ferguut from A3 (Original) Interessant zeker met de juiste begeleiding over ferguut van A3

(Translated by Google) Really worth a visit. Personally, I thought it was a bit too busy for visitors; people who like to show that they are present and because of this you can show less concentration. Generally a thick 👍 (Original) Echt de moeite om te bezoeken. Persoonlijk vond ik het wat te druk wat bezoekers betreft; mensen die graag laten horen dat ze aanwezig zijn en hierdoor kan jezelf minder concentratie aan de dag leggen. Algemeen een dikke 👍

(Translated by Google) Take a city guide ... then you will learn so much more about this wonderful piece of Antwerp history (Original) Neem een stadsgids...dan kom je nog zoveel meer te weten over dit wonderlijk stukje Antwerpse historie

The company was founded by Clement Griscom, who led it from its founding until the International Mercantile Marine Co. took it over in 1902. Red Star Line survived IMM's financial crisis in 1915. In the 1930s Red Star Line was part of Arnold Bernstein Line.[1] The company declared bankruptcy in 1934.[4] It operated until 1935 when it ceased trading. Its assets were eventually sold to the Holland America Line.

(Translated by Google) Recommended. (Original) Een aanrader.

Prachtig museum,.😉

Heel mooi groot museum met een volledig verhaal. Heel vriendelijk personeel! Top

(Translated by Google) Nice museum, which reminds us that immigration has always existed, and that it concerns many Belgians and Europeans, in search of an even more welcoming country not so long ago. Downside: the content of the museum is quite redundant, we cut short the visit without being in a hurry. The panoramic view is not that panoramic and mainly overlooks industrial buildings. Conclusion: what to do if you like museums, but not essential 🤓 (Original) Chouette musée, qui nous rappelle que l'immigration a toujours existé, et qu'elle concerne de nombreux belges et européens, en quête d'un pays plus accueillant encore il n'y a pas si longtemps. Bémols : le contenu du musée est assez redondant, on a écourté la visite sans pourtant être pressés. La vue panoramique, n'est pas si panoramique que ça et donne surtout sur des bâtiments industriels. Conclusion : a faire si vous aimez les musées, mais pas incontournable 🤓

(Translated by Google) I was here on a trip with the school. It's a really nice museum. Highly recommended. Nicely dressed (Original) Ik was hier met een uitstap met de school. Het is echt een heel leuk museum. Zeker een aanrader. Mooi ingekleed

(Translated by Google) The Red Star Line or Société Anonyme de Navigation Belge-Américaine (SANBA) was a Belgian shipping company that operated a regular service between Antwerp and New York and sometimes between Antwerp and Philadelphia. It is the Belgian version of the Holland-America Line that maintained the service between Rotterdam and New York in the Netherlands. The company belonged to the International Navigation Company (later International Mercantile Marine Company), was founded in 1872 and in 1873 the first ship sailed the ocean. In 1935 the company went bankrupt as a result of the stock market crash of 1929. In the Antwerp Red Star Line Museum, the history of the Red Star Line of the same name has been brought to life in the historic buildings since 2013. (Original) De Red Star Line of Société Anonyme de Navigation Belge-Américaine (SANBA) was een Belgische rederij die een geregelde dienst onderhield tussen Antwerpen en New York en soms tussen Antwerpen en Philadelphia. Het is de Belgische versie van de Holland-Amerika Lijn die in Nederland de dienst onderhield tussen Rotterdam en New York. De maatschappij behoorde tot de International Navigation Company (later International Mercantile Marine Company), werd gesticht in 1872 en in 1873 voer het eerste schip de oceaan over. In 1935 ging de maatschappij failliet ten gevolge van de beurscrash van 1929. In het Antwerpse Red Star Line Museum komt sinds 2013 de geschiedenis van de gelijknamige Red Star Line tot leven in de historische gebouwen.

Very interesting and moving museum. Well done. Only disappointment was that the cafe closed 20 mins before the museum closed so we couldn't finish our visit with a drink.

Professional display of photos history of emigration to the USA from Antwerp. An eye opener of the passage of passengers in the ship's taking them their accommodation in the different classes on board. I spent over two hours it was the highlight of my week. I was invited was sceptical but was totally won over a day to remember. Stanley Benard

Great museum and a great immigration learning experience.

Excellent museum. I enjoyed reading about the history of migration, its many driving factors and dangers, but the personal accounts of some of the starline passengers and crew members were my favourite part of the exhibition, along with the fact that you actually stand where those people left for their new lives, too. The exhibition mainly consists of texts and exclusive photographies and posters, but there are some very interesting digital elements as well. I highly recommend.

This is a museum in the former Red Star terminal, which was a place where people went to check in to board a ship to cross to the US. Here they were disinfected, checked by a doctor, checked by immigration for visa etc and finally allowed to board their ships. Interesting for a quick visit and to reflect on those who move to a new country and new life.

Very moving museum. Nothing new nothing old. Humans are all the same now and 100 years back

Lovely museum about migration through the ages with a focus on migration between Antwerp and the new world, facilitated by the red star line. The museum follows a chronograph time line and zooms on on the journey and experience of a.few migrants.

Beautiful story

Interesting, surprising, and nicely displayed. Felt like witnessing the stories. Thanks for the journey in time.

Completely worth it. A must see on any visit to Antwerp. Easy to understand and paints a clear picture of the migration story and the role the red star line played. Very informative and staff can answer any questions you nay have. Easy to reach by e scooter, bike or foot from Antwerp Central. 💯 Recommend

A stunningly well layed out and interesting museum. I tells the history of the shipping line and the journey of the immigrants from all over Europe who made their way to Antwerp before embarking to the new world. We spent over two hours looking around and agreed that there was still enough to warrant another visit. Do not miss the view of the docks from the viewing platform.

If u want to know more about the history of antwerp you definitely must visit this place. Worth it

Mostly this a read the wall kind of museum with few artifacts or interactive exhibits. You can access the archives, but it's time consuming. The modern migration exhibit was moving and you are on the actual location. Modest gift shop, cafe was closed

Amazing, great food, great service!! A must if you go to the musuem

Interesting museum about a company that facilitated mass emigration to the USA and Canada in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Good historical information, mainly through reading wall panels. Small, unobtrusive gift shop by the entrance, not herded through it and given the hard sell.

very interesting museum! there's a route through the museum you can easily follow, with a lot of historical information on not only the red star line, but also the history of migration! the (temporary?) exhibition about refugees was worth the extra 2€, it was done so beautifully and showed so much respect for the people they interviewed. absolutely recommend visiting!

One of the top 5 museums I have visited. It is not only beautifully designed, content as well appears thought through. One the one hand you are being given the broader picture about European emigration to the US from roughly 1850 to 1950. There are numerous individual stories then to illustrate and give insight. Captivating and enriching, even our 10 and 12 year old children were fascinated and we spent two hours in it, not regretting a minute of it.

Interesting story, I didn’t know that Antwerp was such an important port for trans-atlantic travel. Tidy, well equiped and everything is available in English.

Really interesting museum. There are lot of stories and memories of what lived the people who tried to find a new life away from home. Highly recommended. The museum is free with the city card. You can place you backpack in a security box for free (to close it you need a 1€ coin or you can ask for a box coin at the ticket office)

Built in part of the original shipping company's buildings, this museum is more about the migration of people from Europe to the Americas, with many moving stories of individuals. The actual Red Star Lines history is covered but is not the main focus. Worth a visit, especially if the weather is a bit rubbish.

Loved this experience! Found this museum on a very wet rainy day in Antwerp and glad I did. The personal stories are so interesting and really shows how important emigration was in our society. The fact this museum is in an original location for the Red Star Line only adds to its authenticity and fascination. Free access to lockers where you need to leave your coats and bags. Small gift shop with interesting items.

Great museum about the company that used to transport European people to Canada and America in the late 19th and early 20th century. It was a really nice exposition with explanations in Dutch, French and English. Lots of old props, interactieve parts,... Beautiful renovated building. The building where everyone departed from. Real 5 star experience.

Beautiful historical journey takes you back to the 19th century and how the migration to America from Europe and other countries has started The museum offers a unique experience about how the travel has evolved over time. Unforgettable experiences

A fantastic museum learned a lot today about Antwerps past. Would recommend a visit.

Absolutely fascinating museum. Give yourself 2-3 hours to thoroughly enjoy it. If you know you have family that immigrated to America from Europe or Russia, try to find out first if they came via Antwerp. I was stunned to learn this was where my grandfather and his parents came to America through from Kiev.

Very interesting human experiences blended with the history of immigration. The entire museum is wonderfully illustrated.Great, we'll go back.

Modern museum that gives a good view on the overseas migration of thousands of people to America, looking for a better life. Took us about 2 hours. There is also the possibility to visit the panorama rooftop, but unfortunately it was a rainy day and honestly there isn't so much to see.

Wonderful experience. Very pleasantly surprised. A fantastic way to put migration and emigration into historical context. I recommend this to everyone. Possibly tops Ellis Island for me.