Gentlemen's association Momus was established in 1839, and it serves as a model for the rise of a new class of citizens. It was where the nouveaux riches met: men who had won their spurs in public administration, trade and industry. Yet, the poor neighborhoods were never far away.

31. Rise of the bourgeoisie -  Zicht op Maastricht

Zicht op Maastricht is the new way on which the city of Maastricht and the inheritance institutions display Maastricht's history. Starting point is the current meaning of the old and young places, buildings, objects and events. They all tell their own story. Al these stories together tell the history of the city and its inhabitants. Via timelines, maps and themes, connections are made and causes and consequences are made clear. You can follow your own path through history and soon you'll be able to compose your personal city tour.

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31. Rise of the bourgeoisie - Zicht op Maastricht

31. Rise of the bourgeoisie - Zicht op Maastricht