Rotterdam – The Monumentous

Monumentous World: The Obscure and Outstanding Monuments in Rotterdam, the Netherlands

The Marathon Sculpture, Cascade, the Caland Monument and more

The Monumentous

Rotterdam in the Netherlands is Europe’s largest seaport, but with a history that goes back to the 13th century, the culture that can be experienced in the large monuments and landmarks located throughout the city spans multiple eras. However, there are numerous landmarks and sculptures of all sizes that celebrate the legacy of Rotterdam and […]

The Rotterdam Sculpture Terrace Fulfills a Vision for Culture and Connection

“More cultural energy than it costs”

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Europe, Monumentous Vision, Public Space

Residing on the bank of the Westersingel canal that runs through Rotterdam in the Netherlands, the Rotterdam Sculpture Terrace features a variety of sculptures from artists across the 20th century. Celebrating the distinct identities of multiple regions and eras, the landmark fulfills a vision of creativity and culture that has transformed what might otherwise be […]

Modern Monuments: De Artoonisten Commemorates a Cartoonist and Culture with the Toonder Monument

The Toonder Monument honors the Rotterdam-born comic-book author who had a great influence on the Dutch language

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Europe, Modern Monuments, Sculpture

Created as a tribute to Dutch cartoonist Marten Toonder, the Toonder Monument is a whimsical commemoration of a legacy that continues to impact the culture of the Netherlands. Located on an otherwise unassuming street corner in Rotterdam, the monument is directly connected to Toonder’s work but has become something much more than a memorial to […]

The Coolsingelpoort Showcases and Preserves an Essential Piece of Rotterdam

The Memory of Coolsingel Hospital

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Attraction, Europe, Monumentous History

The Lijnbaan is a popular pedestrian shopping street in the center of Rotterdam that houses a unique attraction. The Coolsingelpoort is a literal piece of history associated with the area that allows audiences to experience something connected to the city and entire nation of the Netherlands in a way that resonates across eras. The Memory […]

The National Merchant Marine Memorial Becomes a Monument of Rotterdam

De Boeg‘ (The Bow) honors all Dutch seamen who died during World War II

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Attraction, Europe, Monumentous Monuments

The National Merchant Marine Memorial dominates the Boompjeskade, near the Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam. Called ‘De Boeg‘ (The Bow) by many in the community, the monument honors all Dutch seamen who died during World War II in a way that physically resonates across the space while also making a major impact on the hearts and […]

The Destroyed City Memorial Imagines a New Way to Commemorate the Legacy of Rotterdam

Tragedy, Inspiration and Imagination

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Europe, Monumentous Imagination, Sculpture

Sculptures and monuments of all types are commissioned in celebration of important events but The Destroyed City memorial alludes to an event of historic importance for the city of Rotterdam in a very different way. The piece commemorates and represents the destruction that the city suffered during World War II, highlighting how an imaginative approach […]