Heritage and culture in Midden-Groningen
From castles and manors from long ago, to small art galleries and studios; Midden-Groningen has so much to offer for culture enthusiasts. Let us guide you to various locations in the region so you can cross off some things on your bucket list.
Fraeylemaborg | Downton Abbey in the Groningen countryside
Enter the Fraeylemaborg and step right into the late 20th century to see and experience how nobility, maidservants and butlers lived. Similar to the British Downton Abbey series, the elegant lords and ladies who lived in these manors were used to always being waited on and having someone help them get dressed.
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Museum for fans | Passionate collectors
Many of the museums you’ll find in Midden-Groningen were founded by collectors, such as the Brandweermuseum (fire brigade museum) and the Schaatsmuseum (skating museum). The volunteers here – such as the bus drivers of the Busmuseum and the smith at the Historische Scheepswerf – love telling visitors all about their passion.
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A night at the theatre | Lights out, curtains up
Sit back in your chair, wait for the curtains to open and see an entirely new world unfolding: the theatre! Whether you like profound plays, a family performance or just a few laughs, Midden-Groningen has plenty of options. Met Meer Cultuur is a small-scale theatre and cultural workshop where creativity reigns. You’ll find the largest theatre of Midden-Groningen in Hoogezand: the Kielzog theatre
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The church and organ of Noordbroek | Ol’ Dodde
The Noordersingel in Noordbroek features a beautiful church. Displaying the very essence of the Romanesque Gothic style in Groningen, it was built in the early 14th century. Did you know that the separate Romanesque tower – also referred to as ‘Ol’ Dodde’ (old thick) in popular speech – is actually older than the church itself? In 1967, the church narrowly escaped being closed, but luckily a slim minority in the local council ensured that this little gem was preserved.
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Studios and galleries | Huge selections of art
The city and province both have a large and interesting selection of visual art available. From small-scale art galleries to individual studios, Midden-Groningen has all of these and more for a fantastic cultural experience.
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Turning heritage | Cycling and walking past the mills
Fans of mills have come to the right place in Midden-Groningen. After all, the mill is a national Dutch symbol that created new land and food. Used for the reclamation of land from the water and grinding corn, mills also played a vital role in Groningen’s history. Bringing wealth to the people of Midden-Groningen, their historic sails still turn today. Be sure to visit some during a hike or bicycle ride.
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More heritage and culture
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Atelier/Galerie Aparterie
Atelier/Galerie Aparterie
Gallery
"Anything worth looking at and discovering more often can be captured in a painting." Artist Maria Clobus' work ranges from miniatures to large paintings. Visitors are often amazed by all these different techniques.
