Museum, knowledge center and shoe lab the Schoenenkwartier lets you discover the world of shoes to help you stand firmer. This is because they believe that shoes are not just something you wear, but that they stand for your identity and self-expression. They help you find your place in the world. You are invited to discover the world of shoes at Schoenenkwartier. Whether you are a design enthusiast, maker, designer, student, or just a curious visitor, here you can learn, create, and develop yourself.
The museum's mission is clear: they connect hearts and hands to build the future of the footwear industry. There is a stage for innovation and development by using the unique collection of 20,000 objects as a solid foundation and source of inspiration. Located in the heart of North Brabant and on a historic site where shoes have been produced for centuries, the Schoenenkwartier in Waalwijk connects the regional heritage of Brabant's leather and shoe industry with contemporary artisanal shoemaking, orthopedics, art, fashion & design, and future industrial product design.
The Schoenenkwartier is a shoe museum, knowledge center and lab all in one. It is the only place in the Netherlands where the tradition of artisanal shoe making meets contemporary design, art and innovation. It provides a space where visitors, makers, designers, education and the shoe industry come together to learn, create and innovate. In its award-winning Kropholler complex, Schoenenkwartier provides an inspiring environment for a wide audience - from families to design enthusiasts - and gives the footwear industry a stage to shape its future.
