News
March 3
The EST program for 2024:
- a collaboration with NonSofia opening on the 26th of May. This exhibition will end on June 30.
- Exhibition Cirkel in cirkel: Opening on August 11. Runs through September 15.
- Exhibition event Kunstroute Leiden. September 21 and 22.
November 2
EST presents Heirloom, a weekend solo exhibition by Theo Rooden with his brilliant geo weavings. Visiting hours: Friday 10th of November from 2-8 pm and on Sunday 12 November between 11 am and 5 pm!
Visual artist Theo Rooden (The Netherlands, 1969) is a weaver. He loves to experiment with techniques and geometric abstract compositions. In many of his works he challanges the flatness of the fabric with optical effects. With his self imposed rules he searches for interesting rhythms and patterns. Possibilities and constraints of the loom and yarn are a source of inspiration. Rooden prefers to make series of works to explore in detail the consequences of algorithms and its variants. When translating a design into a woven fabric, the self-imposed rules need to be bent, opening a space for unexpected and interesting results. Intuition regarding colours and composition shapes final choices. Click this link to see the exhibition poster.
September 17
The Kunstroute Leiden will be held on September 23 and 24. Locations will be open between 10 am and 6 pm. EST is one of the locations. We hope to welcomeyou. You can find an interview with us on Museum De Lakenhal's website. [Click here]
August 11
Upcoming exhibition: RCE + EST: when concrete, minimal and media art come together. This exhibition is the result of a collaboration between the Cultural Heritage Agency (RCE) and EST art foundation. Two collections are merged within this exhibition and engage in dialogue with each other. Read more....
July 21
Last weekend to visit Abstract Industrialism! Click on the image above to go directly to the exhibition page on this website and check out all information!
July 9
The Kunsthalte is a project by the Singelpark. Abstract Industrialism continues here with a work by Johannes Langkamp in a 20ft container located at the Lammermarkt near Molen De Valk. More Information on the Kunsthalte project you can find by clicking here.
April 18
After our hibernation, we will start our new season 2023 with a new project focussing on sculpture entitled Abstract Industrialism. This exhibition is planned to open on May 28. It is co-curated by Dutch artist Art van Triest and will include the following artists: AKMAR, Badriah Hamelink, Erris Huigens, Johannes Langkamp, Christine Liebich, Eric Martijn and Art van Triest. Stay tuned.
November 13
As of today, we have updated the website with the project page Territory. Click here to visit directly or click any of the images above.
November 11
The Lisbon Art Weekend press release from Sluice and PADA can be downloaded here.
November 6
Territory: EST goes to Lisbon Art Weekend. Come join us on November 10- 13 November 2022. The Lisbon Art Weekend is a non-profit organisation that aims to contribute to the strengthening and fluidity of the contemporary art scene in the city through merging a diversity of art spaces such as galleries, artist run spaces, private art collections, museums and public projects dedicated to the arts. We are part of Sluice in co-operation with PADA.
More information about Sluice, click here.
July 21
Last weekend to visit Abstract Industrialism! Click on the image above to go directly to the exhibition page on this website and check out all information!
July 9
The Kunsthalte is a project by the Singelpark. Abstract Industrialism continues here with a work by Johannes Langkamp in a 20ft container located at the Lammermarkt near Molen De Valk. More Information on the Kunsthalte project you can find by clicking here.
April 18
After our hibernation, we will start our new season 2023 with a new project focussing on sculpture entitled Abstract Industrialism. This exhibition is planned to open on May 28. It is co-curated by Dutch artist Art van Triest and will include the following artists: AKMAR, Badriah Hamelink, Erris Huigens, Johannes Langkamp, Christine Liebich, Eric Martijn and Art van Triest. Stay tuned.
November 13
As of today, we have updated the website with the project page Territory. Click here to visit directly or click any of the images above.
November 11
The Lisbon Art Weekend press release from Sluice and PADA can be downloaded here.
November 6
Territory: EST goes to Lisbon Art Weekend. Come join us on November 10- 13 November 2022. The Lisbon Art Weekend is a non-profit organisation that aims to contribute to the strengthening and fluidity of the contemporary art scene in the city through merging a diversity of art spaces such as galleries, artist run spaces, private art collections, museums and public projects dedicated to the arts. We are part of Sluice in co-operation with PADA.
More information about Sluice, click here.
August 25
Opening exhibition Moving perspective on September 3, 4 PM. Stay tuned.
More information on project page. [Click]
June 23
We wish to thank all the artists who contributed to the The Kyiv Assemblage No.7 - Solidarity. Also a huge thanks to those who bought the works and therefore contributed to the great outcome we were able to realise. All funds have been transferred to the Ukrainian artists we did this for, in Kyiv and abroad.
May 14
Now online: Project Page including link to catalogue file regarding silent auction of Kyiv Assemblage No.7 - Solidarity.
Click here
May 7
Today we were on the radio Sleutelstad fm #Cultuur071 promoting the exhibition Kyiv Assemblage No.7 - Solidarity.
We have also created an event on Facebook and Eventbrite regarding the fundraiser diner that is going to happen on May 21, 8 PM.
Link to Fundraising dinerKyiv Solidarity on Facebook
Book your place directly here
Tell us your food preferences / allergies here
Link to exhibition on Facebook
April 30
Kyiv Assemblage No.7 - Solidarity
OPENING Thursday May 12, 8 PM
In close co-operation with our international partners t e k s a s (DK), Saturation Point (UK) and West Projects (AUS) and courtesy of Három Hét Galéria (HU), EST art foundation (NL) will present an exhibition for our Ukrainian friends Kiyv Non Objective, KNO.
DINER Saturday May 21, 6 PM
May 12 - May 22
Fri -Sun 1 - 5 pm
and appointment
Link to the invitation of the event
April 25
Soon: Fundraiser for Ukraine and KNO group! Click here to see the published event on Facebook. Updates will follow.
February 26
Tonight, finissage at Papegaaisbolwerk 20 from 8 - 10 pm!
February 2
NEW OPENING TIMES Especially for younger children we have decided to bring the opening time for Through the looking glass forward to 6 pm, but only on Fridays! Thus, current opening hours are now as follows: Venue Papegaaisbolwerk (gate open, doors open): Thursday: 8 - 10 pm Friday: 6 - 10 pm Saturday: 8 - 10 pm All others locations (including Papegaaisbolwerk) dailyfrom dusk to 11 pm
January 26
Cultural locations like ours can be open again from Wednesday 26 January between 5:00 and 22:00! The Protocol as of January 26 2022 regarding the protection and safety of employees and visitors, presentation and post-academic institutions can be downloaded here.
January 19
Through the looking glass is connected to Leiden2022 and today it is all about Neon. For this day we have created the video that is placed here. This video shows Martin M Aart de Jong performing his poetry in front of Mirror house by Jos Agasi, to enlighten your curiosity.
Januari 18
You can click on any of the images above to jump to the Through the looking glass project page.
January 8
Update on Through the looking glass: First, Leiden based Fields of Wonder have installed their neon reflective pillows in the water of the Maresingel. Enjoy your stroll from Papegaaisbolwerk to Portiersloge -or vice versa- along the Maresingel to watch. Can't miss it.
January 7
Theo de With wrote a very nice article on Through the looking glass for Leids Dagblad. Big photo by Hielco Kuipers on the frontpage and a spread on page 8 and page 9. Thank you Theo and Hielco.
January 1
Through the looking glass is on! Works shine from dusk to 11 pm.
Follow Facebook and Instagram for status updates and other images.
December 31
EST is wishing everyone a happy and healthy New Year. Stay tuned for updates regarding Through the looking glass.
December 17
Following on last year's edition, soon EST will install Through the looking glass, an exhibition in public space during dark hours under COVID restrictions. Works shine from 5pm onwards. This exhibition is for everyone to be seen while walking or cycling in Singelpark Leiden. Stay tuned.
October 3
With over 1250 visitors, the exhibition Transformatie has come to an end. It was a successful experience. Congratulations to the artists and thank those who visited. The exhibition was generously sponsored by Gemeente Leiden and hosted by Museum De Lakenhal. We will soon update the project page.
October 2
During the radio programme Cultuur071, Joque Mulder interviewed Iemke and Guido about the plans for the Leiden Art Hub. Listen Cultuur071 here.
September 22
Coming up: Kunstroute Leiden! September 25 and 26. The Exhibition Transformatie will be open to the public on these days from 12 to 6 pm.
Open on Thu - Sat, Sep 30 -Oct 2 from 1 - 5 pm. Other days and times after appointment. See also here
Due to Open Monumentendagen, Transformatie already received over 750 visitors.
September 3
Currently, we are preparing our next exhibition Transformatie for Open Monumenten Dagen and Kunstroute Leiden. Open Monumenten event will happen on September 11 and 12. Kunstroute Leiden September 25 and 26.
Transformatie is an exhibition with local artists including sculpture, ceramics, paintings and performance. With: Judith Bloedjes, Emma van Noort, Albert Roskam, Janet Vollebregt and Rob Walters. Stay tuned and follow our newsletter.Transformatie will run from September 11 to October 3, 2021.
August 25
We have updated the project page EST ist was IS war with several images. More to follow. Click on image above.
August 20
We noticed that our opening times may be unclear. It depends on the project we are running. Please refer to the relevant project. Regarding EST ist was IS war, we are open from Thu - Sat from 1 - 5 pm and on Sundays from 2 - 5 pm. Finissage August 29.
August 14
Today opening 3 - 6 pm.
July 30
Save the date: 14th of August! We are preparing an international exhibition entitled "EST ist was IS war". With Kirstin Arndt, Linda Arts, Lars Breuer, Frauke Dannert, René Eicke, Sebastian Freytag, Billy Gruner, Ivo Ringe and Katleen Vinck. Stay tuned.
May 29
Leiden Art Hub got it's own website. You can find it here. Dutch read. Plans and policies in section Projects has been updated.
May 28
Exciting times regarding to the further development of the Leiden Art Hub.
As a first, today, Tribes dance and yoga is using the factory as a recording studio for a performance. To be streamed soon!
March 2
Last week to check outThrough the looking glass! Click here to see more.
February 25
EST is delighted to announce that we have added a committee of recommendation to the organisation. This includes two former directors of Museum De Lakenhal, namely Jetteke Bolten-Rempt and Meta Knol, artist Bob Bonies as well as former director of the Mondriaanhuis Ankie de Jongh-Vermeulen.
February 14
We have added the Through the looking glass online event. Check the project page and scroll down.
February 8
The project page 06/Through the looking glass has been updated.
February 5
However unfinished, we have decided to add the project page 06/Through the looking glass. Since there is no roomsheet or any reference in public space, here you can find some details of the works exhibited as well as links to the artists websites. It is not complete yet. We will update it the coming days.
Also, we have changed the start time to 6 pm. The darkest days are behind us.
February 1
We announce the exhibition project "Through the looking glass", a COVID-proof exhibition in public space bringing new light to the industrial complex Papegaaisbolwerk 18/20. With works by Jos Agasi, Anneke Bosma, Barthel Brussee, Sandor Hötte, Sarah Klein, Mathias Krissmer and David Kwan.
On view in the dark from 17:00 onwards to curfew, daily, until 7th of March.
October 16
Coming Sunday will be the last day to see EST's first exhibition entitled Transmissie (Transmission) at the Watergasfabriek. The venue is large enough to host people safely. We follow RIVM regulations. 4 persons at a time. Do you feel healthy and safe? Plan your visit. Open from 13h - 17h CET.
October 1 2020
Added, Project page 02/ Transmission
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September 25 2020
Kunstroute Leiden! It's on!
June 18 2020
We have published the plan for the Leiden Art Hub. Click on the link to view.
February 3 2020
EST art foundation has been established.
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