The Haagse kunstkring
Association
of artists.
We are an association of and for professional artists and art lovers in The Hague.
We offer a platform for visual artists, designers, architects, authors, poets, musicians, actors, performance artists and film and theater makers.
The Haagse Kunstkring is the place on the Denneweg for a wide audience to enjoy our exhibitions and many performances and concerts.
Join as an artist or art-loving member.
These are our divisions
The Haagse Kunstkring is an association of artists and art lovers that has already experienced two turns of the century in its long history.
For 135 years, the HKK has organized a multitude of activities.
The Haagse Kunstkring (HKK) is an association of artists and art lovers that connects three centuries in its history through exhibitions, concerts, lectures, book presentations, performances, film, workshops, excursions, member get-togethers and the monthly dinner.
The society was founded in 1891 by a group of progressive artists and intellectuals who wanted to create a platform for artistic exchange and innovation.
Today, The Haagse Kunstkring is still a lively center for art and culture on the Denneweg, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand.
An incubator and stage for innovation and experimentation.
Thus the Kunstkring, located in the birthplace of Paul van Vliet, has traditionally been a breeding ground and stage for innovation and experimentation, a production house that stimulates, organizes and provides space.
In addition, The Haagse Kunstkring provides a platform for conversations with art-loving members and other interested parties.
The agenda of the Haagse Kunstkring
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WorkshopWorkshop: The Beauty of Arabic Calligraphy
Sunday, September 13, 2026
11 00
up to 13 00 hours
Arabic Calligraphy Workshop by Wajeeh Qadamani In this workshop, you’ll be introduced to the Kairouan Kufic script, a type of Arabic script named after the city of Kairouan in Tunisia. Wajeeh Qadamani will discuss various works of art he has created that are on display at the exhibition. The Kairouan Kufic script is an essential element of these works. You’ll practice writing with this special script yourself, and you’ll learn to write words with it, including your own name.
Inez Ligtenberg: In Search of the Moment of Energy Transfer
August 26 through September 20, 2026; opening Saturday, August 29, at 4:30 p.m.
Exhibition and Book Launch: Felicia van Deth (1931–2015)
August 26 through September 20, 2026; book presentation on Saturday, September 5, 3:30–5:00 p.m.
Diagnosis: Human / Olga Grig
August 26 through September 20, 2026; opening Saturday, August 29, at 5:00 p.m.
Historical stories
The History of the Haagse Kunstkring
In the history of the Haagse Kunstkring there are many special stories to tell, Read these stories on the historical stories page.
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