Lecture The culture of pipe smoking

As part of the exhibition DE KUNST VAN HET GENIETEN Mr. Cor Crans (chairman Ned. Fed. voor Pijprokers) gives a lecture on the intangible heritage The culture of pipe smoking. With the advent of tobacco in the 17th, 18th century a true culture emerged around pipe smoking, a development in tobacco pipes, types of tobacco and tobacco boxes. The pipe has almost disappeared from the street scene but was once a very common accessory of mainly men. Discover the stories behind this culture. There will be an opportunity to visit the exhibition beforehand.