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10 x galleries in Groningen

Groningen is bursting with creativity. One of the best ways to experience this is by visiting one of the many quirky galleries in Stad. Whether you are looking for inspiration in modern art, classic paintings or want to meet up-and-coming talent, in these galleries you will find stories without words. Where will you stop by?

Galerie Noord | Surprising art in the heart of Groningen

Nieuwstad 6, Groningen - Galerie Noord has been an exhibition space in the heart of Groningen since 1997. It is a place where art lovers, northern artists and visitors come together and are surprised by changing exhibitions of photography, installations and both solo and group exhibitions. In cooperation with Academie Minerva , among others, the gallery also offers space to new and emerging talent.

Noorderlicht | A platform for photography and visual media

Akerkhof 12, Groningen - With an eye for developments, but without following trends, Noorderlicht focuses on photography and other visual media. Both young makers and established names get a stage there. In addition, Noorderlicht organises an annual photography festival, in which local themes are placed in an international perspective.

The Stadsgalerie | By artists for art lovers

Oude Boteringestraat 7, Groningen - De Stadsgalerie was founded by six Dutch artists with the aim of creating and showing contemporary figurative art. The gallery presents work in a variety of styles and formats, from minimalism to still life. Next year, the entrance hall of Martiniplaza will be enriched with paintings by 14 affiliated artists.

Kunstpunt | Hub for art

Trompsingel 27a, Groningen – Kunstpunt is the place where the visual arts of the north begin. The organisation acts as a hub, an artistiek beacon. Kunstpunt Groningen organises various art trails that take you through charming alleyways, narrow streets and quirky businesses with a typically Groningen twist. Kunstpunt makes art more accessible, as it is intended for everyone. With the city of Groningen as your canvas, you can indulge your artistic side to your heart’s content.

PMCA | A small museum for big ideas

Gedempte Zuiderdiep 132, Groningen - The Pitcairn Museum for Contemporary Art provides a platform for artists from home and abroad. The museum in the centre of Groningen can be visited 24/7 and presents exhibitions in miniature form, giving visitors a diorama-like experience. A small museum for big ideas.

OFF HOOK | An artist-run art space for contemporary art

Bloemsingel 200, Groningen - OFF HOOK is an art space for contemporary art in Groningen, located in the former laboratory Het Paleis. The focus is on abstract solo exhibitions, with additional space for performances and lectures. Each exhibition is accompanied by a screen print, made together with the artist at Zeefdrukatelier Hogeland.

NP3 | The platform for contemporary art

Hofstraat 21, Groningen – NP3 is the platform for exploratory and experimental contemporary art. The platform invites artists to collaborate in every possible form on the next stap in their development, ranging from residencies and research to production and presentation. NP3 develops its art projects from three different, unique locations in the city of Groningen, each with its own architecture, function and character. These include the ‘white cube’, the industrial container art space ‘MOBi’ and the interactive ‘eMMa’ at the ‘Videobusstop’.

Galerie Forma Aktua | Established names to talented newcomers

Nieuwstad 10, Groningen - Forma Aktua is a gallery in the heart of Groningen, where both established artists and new talent exhibit. This ensures a diverse mix of works and encourages interaction with visitors. Run by over 20 volunteers, the gallery organises more than 10 exhibitions a year, from painting to graphics and sculpture.

Ann’s Art | Just like at home

Laan Corpus Den Hoorn 100, Groningen - Ronald and Marijke together run Ann's Art, Galerie & Kunstuitleen, an established name for over 30 years. Since 2013, the gallery has been located at Vos Interieur, showcasing art between interiors. There are around eight exhibitions a year, and via art lending you can also get works temporarily in your home.

Pictura | Contemporary visual art, encounters and debate

Sint Walburgstraat 1, Groningen – In the listed building on Martinikerkhof , Pictura provides a space and a platform for the work of mainly Groningen-based artists. You’ll find high-quality work by both established and emerging artists, as well as artists who have passed away, in the building beneath the Martinitoren. In addition to visual arts, Pictura also focuses on the performing arts, such as music, poetry, literature and theatre, at both a local and national level.