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:
Art showcase and art display window
There are two small exhibition spaces in the City Center: an art display case in the City Hall Forum (on the left in the lobby of the main entrance at Engelandlaan 502) and an art display window at Zuidwaarts 9a (next to the ANWB). Every three months, a guest curator can organize a temporary exhibition in one or both spaces. Admission to the exhibitions is free. The art display case can be viewed during the Stadhuis-Forum’s opening hours. The art storefront window is open to the public all day, every day. Are you interested in exhibiting your own art? Click the link below to learn more about the guidelines and how to apply to become a guest curator.
Art routes through the city
There are several walking and biking routes that take you past a number of artworks in the city. They provide directions and information about the artworks. Each artwork is also accompanied by a thought-provoking question. You can find these 6 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:
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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.
Contact
E-mail: kunstprojecten@zoetermeer.nl
