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Stories about Judaism and Jews in Groningen
Did you know that Jews have been living in Groningen for more than four centuries? The exhibition introduces you to the history of the Jewish community in Groningen up to the present day. About entrepreneurs and teachers, about poor relief and superstars. You will also learn about the Jewish religion and the meaning of the holidays. And all that in the colorful shul of Groningen!
From Memory to Memorial
Living with the war, after the war
On view from 15 June
In Synagogue Groningen's summer exhibition, we explore how we have dealt with the memory of World War II and in particular the Shoah (Holocaust) over the past 80 years.
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How did the first generation pick up life again after liberation? Will they talk or remain silent? Is there any space at all to talk about the trauma?
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In the exhibition, we show how different Jewish Groningers dealt with the war history. We also show how we as a collective - as a society - developed new forms of commemoration each time over the past 80 years.
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The exhibition is in Dutch and English.
July 22 | 8:15 PM | Aurora Festival |
1945-2025: Quatuor pour la fin du temps
UPDATE (10/6): SOLD OUT!
The Aurora Festival is back in Synagogue Groningen! This concert focuses on the monumental 'Quatuor pour la fin du temps' by French composer Olivier Messiaen.
Before the concert, a walk through the Jewish Quarter will be organized, followed by a dinner at restaurant Naud . This arrangement starts at 4:00 PM at the Synagogue
July 22 | 8:15 PM | Aurora Festival |
1945-2025: Quatuor pour la fin du temps
UPDATE (10/6): SOLD OUT!
The Aurora Festival is back in Synagogue Groningen! This concert focuses on the monumental 'Quatuor pour la fin du temps' by French composer Olivier Messiaen.
Before the concert, a walk through the Jewish Quarter will be organized, followed by a dinner at restaurant Naud . This arrangement starts at 4:00 PM at the Synagogue
14 Sept. | 12:00-17:00 | Open Monument Day & European Day of Jewish Cultural Heritage
“The Art of Looking”
More info to follow!
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20 Sept. | 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Groningen Museum Night
SAVE THE DATE!
Mark this date in your agenda! Six museums in Groningen will open their doors this night with a surprising cultural program. More information soon!
Oct 19 | 3:00 PM | concert | Zing Shtil 20 years later
An intimate ode to Yiddish music
Celebrated singer Lucette van den Berg takes you on a personal journey through the rich tradition of Yiddish songs and poetry. With her warm voice and subtle interpretations, Lucette weaves traditional melodies with
contemporary compositions, while guitarist Erik Raayman accompanies her with refined sounds. This concert is a celebration of past and future, where emotion and beauty come together in a timeless musical experience. Let yourself be touched by the power of silence and sound.
Ticket information will follow!
Oct 25 | 8:00 PM | Ned. Bach Consort | All Souls Day 2025
The loss is from then, the missing is from now.
Memories remain, even when loved ones pass away. After All Souls' Day 2024, we asked our audience to share a special memory. These stories form the basis for this special concert, in which familiar and new music merge with memories. Some memories are read out, but all stories are collected in a special booklet. In addition to works by Elgar, Gibbons and Bach, the world premiere of Victor Kioulaphides' new composition Dromen will be performed, based on the beautiful text of Bauke Vermaas' moving poem. An evening full of comfort, remembrance, reflection and connection - where music speaks when words fail.
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Nov 9 | 2:00 PM | Kristallnacht commemoration
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More info to follow!
