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  • Discovering the Worlds of Jan Toorop

    Discovering the Worlds of Jan Toorop

    Our activity for April was a visit to one of our favourite museums: the Singer Museum in Laren. This time, we visited the exhibition *The Worlds of Jan Toorop*. In addition to Toorop’s own work, the museum displayed pieces by painters he admired—such as Gauguin—as well as works by young artists who drew inspiration from…

  • From Garden to Table at the Hooge Raam

    From Garden to Table at the Hooge Raam

    On a sunny day in June we visited the Perma Garden and Food Forest at the Hooge Raam in Haaren. It is run by enthusiastic married couple Tiny & John Vermeer. While enjoying coffee with a homemade snack we got an introduction on their garden and the philosophy behind it. After this it was time…

  • Exploring History: A Guided Tour at Het Mastboomhuis in Oud-Gestel

    Exploring History: A Guided Tour at Het Mastboomhuis in Oud-Gestel

    Stepping into Het Mastboomhuis in Oud-Gestel is like stepping back in time. Our recent guided tour through this hidden historical gem offered a fascinating glimpse into the life of its last resident, Jacques Mastboom, and the rich history preserved within its walls. Unlike a traditional museum, Het Mastboomhuis remains largely untouched, with its original furnishings,…