Art is our first language. Even while we are closed for renovations, our programming continues. You will find our art programmes at off-site locations throughout the year and on the digital platform The Couch. The permanent installations in Het HEM will remain open to the public after the renovation.
Our music programme focuses on experimental ways of making, presenting and experiencing sound in the building through listening sessions, live performances and musical artist-in-residence programmes. During renovations, we organise music programmes at off-site locations and on the digital platform The Couch.
Het HEM loves books. During your visit, come lose yourself in the library's rich selection.
The building's industrial design and our experimental art programme bring ambience and meaning to every event.
Situated in a former munitions factory, Het HEM is a new home for contemporary culture.
While living in a seemingly hopeless age of confusion and dystopia FUTURE/RETRO tries to create a safe haven where we can connect with ourselves, others and the world we are living in through sonic art and ground ourselves. It is a humble attempt by Nikolai van Zeeland to enhance the sonic relationship between human, nature, and technology through listening to soundworks from various fields such as dark ambient, field recordings, experimental, electronic and leftfield dub. FUTURE/RETRO will be having it’s first public appearance with Episode 08 at Dynamic Range Music Bar.