De Toekomst
Parties and events at industrial heritage locations
You will pass brick chimneys of deserted factories that tower above the pastures during your exploratory expedition. They are the distinctive landmarks of this region. The former De Toekomst strawboard factory in Scheemda used to be rather a dreary relic of the industrial revolution. Until recently, that is, because De Toekomst will live on as a distinctive events venue.
Industrial character
It was generally agreed that this old strawboard factory was simply too valuable to be demolished. Granted, its individual character was rather difficult to acknowledge at first, with the rusty machines and young trees and twigs sprouting in the empty halls. But surely some purpose could be found for this landmark building in the countryside, that was also part of the region’s history with grain. So they decided to renovate it, keeping the old and industrial look and feel where possible. Instead of dismantling and redecorating the interior, the steam boilers, millstones and drive wheel were retained to maintain that pure and simple charm.
A future for De Toekomst
Individualism shows to great advantage in this industrial ambiance. Consider a food truck festival or a giant regional market, a fair with a revolutionary streak, or an arty festival. The first time the alternative musical festival Grasnapolsky was held in the De Toekomst factory hall was a huge success. Full of atmosphere and rough, it fits Groningen to a T.