Housed in a historic building, the city museum is known for remarkable collections related to regional heritage. Visitors can explore the permanent collection spread across different rooms. The exhibit includes various displays of wooden and copper craftworks, silverware, historic paintings, and period rooms divided into a medieval basement, 19th-century room, and 17th-century room. All these rooms boast exquisite collections of period furniture and décor. Check the website for more details.
Veenkoloniaal Museum is a fantastic museum that houses an array of exhibits to make visitors familiar about the peat material. Situated in an historic heritage of the school building, the museum provides details on the early peat diggings and the seafaring history of the town. The museum conducts several workshops, lectures and programs that are ideal for school kids, researchers or interest groups. The museum also has a delicate gift store from where collectibles and souvenirs can be purchased.
Know more about the history of the province of Drenthe which has been deeply loved by Vincent Van Gogh. This museum is named after the giants Ellert and Brammert, from a popular local legend, who robbed the travelers visiting the region and has their statue on display at the very entrance, making it hard to miss. This open air museum is exhibits the historic house structures, a church, village prison, school and more. After an exciting day of knowing about the local culture and history at the museum, you can enjoy some refreshments at the on-site inn. Even your little ones will enjoy their visit here as there is a playground in the museum property.
SPOT Stadsschouwburg is a beautiful Neo-renaissance structure from the late 19th Century nestled in the picturesque beauty of the Groningen town. The classy interiors of this theater are spacious and are equipped with fine sound and light technology to ensure a great theater experience as you enjoy a play here. Staging versatile events like dance shows, cabarets, musicals, dramatics and more, this theater is an entertainment destination of the region. Due to its historic background and beautiful architecture, this theater is listed as a National Monument of the Netherlands.
Vera is a concert venue located on Oosterstraat. It is housed in a building that dates back from the 14th Century and is one of the oldest structures in the city. Established in 1899 as a debating club, it progressed and flourished to become one of the most popular concert hubs in Groningen. Music enthusiasts can attend concerts by local and international artists alike. Past performances at Vera include those by the likes of U2, Nirvana, Sonic Youth, Weezer and White Stripes among many others.