
Henk Helmantel's Monastery Love
Paintings by Henk Helmantel and sacred images from his personal collection displayed in the museum's west wing, exploring his fascination with monasteries and contemplative spaces.
Museum Klooster Ter Apel is one of the best-preserved medieval monastery complexes in the Netherlands. Founded in 1465 by the Crosiers, it still has its original cloister, chapel and monastery garden intact. The museum presents the religious history of the region through a permanent collection and changing exhibitions.
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Paintings by Henk Helmantel and sacred images from his personal collection displayed in the museum's west wing, exploring his fascination with monasteries and contemplative spaces.

Discover the history and craft of monastery beer brewing, followed by a tasting session.

Fling performs traditional Irish music at the Kanunnikenkerk, blending classic pieces with their own compositions.

Zoe Rous teaches yoga in the historic monastery church, followed by a sound bath session.

Fling performs Irish ballads in the church of Museum Klooster Ter Apel, featuring tales of adventurers, outlaws and magical creatures.

A symposium exploring 34 monasteries across the Groningen region, held at Museum Klooster Ter Apel.

Capella Groningen performs Guillaume de Machaut's Messe de Nostre Dame, a masterpiece of medieval polyphony.