Groninger Museum
A postmodern architectural marvel standing in a canal, with exhibitions of contemporary art, design, fashion and large-scale shows, as well as local art collections.
The Groninger Museum opened in 1994. Designed under the direction of Alessandro Mendini, with different wings by designers including Philippe Starck and Coop Himmelb(l)au, its golden tower, colorful geometric volumes and deconstructivist steel panels rise from the canal opposite the central station. The building is itself a work of art. Inside, the museum presents contemporary art, design, fashion and photography in major exhibitions. Its permanent collections include works by the northern expressionist group De Ploeg, as well as Chinese and Japanese porcelain. Admission is about €17 to 18. The museum is closed on Mondays, and a visit takes 2 to 3 hours.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Groningen Canal Cruise
- Pelstergasthuis (Holy Ghost Hospice)
- Folkingestraat
- Vismarkt & Korenbeurs
- Der Aa-kerk
- University Museum Groningen
- Museum aan de A (Northern Maritime Museum)
- Grote Markt