Adventures Online: Crossroads of Europe: Art & History of the Low Countries

The Low Countries, consisting of Belgium and The Netherlands, began life as a swampy river delta on the northwest fringes of Europe. Yet by the 14th Century, this region was one of the most prosperous and sophisticated trading societies in the world, home to master craftsmen and artists and the world’s first stock exchange. Today, the Low Countries remains a wealthy and culturally rich region, with historic cities that reveal the fascinating heritage of its illustrious past. From the comfort of your own home, join our local expert for an online, five-day immersion into the history and culture of this fascinating region! Through lectures and online field trips, explore cities like Amsterdam and Brussels and gain insight into the artworks of Flemish masters, the political importance of the Hague and the history of World War I. Get to know your fellow Road Scholars during discussions and Q&A sessions that let you share your mutual fascination for the Low Countries.

You’ll enjoy 2-3 hours of daily instruction, discussion and/or field trips, which includes sufficient breaks throughout the program. This online program is through Zoom, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. We’ll provide a how-to guide to make sure you’ll have a hassle-free experience. This session is offered live only and will not be available on demand. Please review the daily itinerary for start and end times to ensure you won’t miss a minute of this live experience. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly.