Headlines
haarlemsdagblad

It was a beautiful royal unveiling at the time. But why are you there, Frans Hals, and not on the square named after you?

It was a beautiful royal unveiling at the time. But why are you there, Frans Hals, and not on the square named after you?

The article investigates why the statue of Frans Hals in Haarlem is located in Florapark rather than on Frans Halsplein. It references the monument's royal unveiling on June 14, 1900, while drawing comparisons to Rembrandt’s statue on the Rembrandtplein in Amsterdam.

CultureAmsterdamHaarlemNetherlands
Read original ↗

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Related articles

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

Roderik Schaepman has launched the Week of the Conversation, an initiative aimed at encouraging social interaction to combat loneliness and declining communication skills. By setting up designated spaces at locations like the Haarlem train station, he encourages people to overcome social hesitation through simple steps like greeting and complimenting strangers.

Looking for a friendly chat? Step into the yellow square at the station on Wednesday

Looking for a friendly chat? Step into the yellow square at the station on Wednesday

To promote social connection, the Week of the Chat initiative is launching in Haarlem on October 14, featuring a designated yellow zone at the train station where people can meet for casual conversations. Inspired by research from the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, the project aims to help individuals feel happier and less lonely by encouraging social interaction and boosting confidence.

Review: Paul Simon's voice on his live album is significantly better than it was in Amsterdam in April

Review: Paul Simon's voice on his live album is significantly better than it was in Amsterdam in April

Paul Simon returned to the stage in 2025, performing several concerts in Amsterdam before releasing a live album recorded in Seattle. The new recording shows the octogenarian in better vocal form than during his Dutch tour, bolstered by a skilled backing band that highlights his classic repertoire.

Review Brahms Klavierstücke: every note sounds with a longing for the next

Review Brahms Klavierstücke: every note sounds with a longing for the next

Pianist Andras Schiff has released a two-disc recording of late piano works by Johannes Brahms, performed on an authentic 1859 Bluthner grand piano. The veteran musician is also scheduled to perform these pieces alongside Evgeny Kissin at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam on November 15.

Go drawing at the Royal Palace, celebrate ADE at the Wereldmuseum or cheer on the runners at the Amsterdam Marathon: here is what you can do in Amsterdam this week

Go drawing at the Royal Palace, celebrate ADE at the Wereldmuseum or cheer on the runners at the Amsterdam Marathon: here is what you can do in Amsterdam this week

Amsterdam is hosting a variety of events this week, ranging from the 51st edition of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon to several concerts, theater performances, and band competitions. Art lovers can also enjoy diverse exhibitions at prominent venues such as the Rijksmuseum, the STRAAT Museum, and the Palace on the Dam.