Fine arts in Zoetermeer
Zoetermeer has a large collection of 180 works of art in public spaces. On this page you will find all information about these artworks, the art routes and participation in art projects.
Visual art is an important part of Zoetermeer's urban culture. Since Zoetermeer grew from a village into a city in the 1960s, there has always been a focus on art in public spaces. Art gives the city character and makes it special for residents and visitors.
Catalog Fine Art
In Zoetermeer there are more than 180 works of art in public spaces. Not only in the parks, but also in residential streets, at the cemetery and near and in schools. Think for example of the fountain 'Interaction' in the Dobbeplas, 'De Stuiter' along the Amerikaweg or the well-known 'Aardappelmannetjes' near Centrum West. There is also much to see outside the center. Like in Wilhelminapark, at the cemetery and art at/on schools. Each work of art has its own story. They form a landmark or even become a meeting place. In the catalog you will find all the information about the artworks and a map with art per neighborhood.
Art projects and participation
For every construction project in Zoetermeer, 1 percent of the total cost is spent on art. This is stated in the percentage regulation for visual art in public space. Residents decide what art will be there. For more information:
News about art projects
Art showcase and art display window
The City Hall-Forum has an art display case next to the main entrance on Engelandlaan. An art showcase will also open at 9a Southbound in July 2025. Every 3 months, a guest curator may set up a temporary exhibition in one or both spaces. The exhibitions are free to visit. You can view the art showcase during City Hall-Forum opening hours. The art showcase can be viewed all day every day. Are you interested in exhibiting art yourself? The link below will tell you more about the rules of the game and how to apply to be a guest curator.
Art routes through the city
Discover works of art in the city with the art routes. There are 3 walking routes through the center and a bicycle route towards Lansingerland. You can find these art routes at:
Sculpture garden behind Dorpsstraat 7
On Dorpsstraat is a sculpture garden with 5 sculptures. You can visit the sculpture garden on Sundays between 12:00 and 16:00. Which sculptures are on display here you can read at:
Contact
E-mail: kunstprojecten@zoetermeer.nl
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Report damage
Do you see something wrong with a work of art or its surroundings, such as damage, theft or graffiti? If so, you can report it to us. You can also make a report via the BuitenBeter app. Your report is valuable for the maintenance of art in the city.
