Programme 4 July
13:30 – Walk-in
14:00 – Opening by Stina van der Ploeg (Sybren Hellinga Foundation)
    Presentation of first copy of SYB – life and work to Chris Hellinga
    Opening of the exhibition by curator Albert Oost
15:00 – Drinks and snacks
17:00 – End

Practical information
Location: Kunsthuis Syb, Hoofdstraat 70, 9244 CP Beetsterzwaag
Date: Saturday 4 July 2026
Exhibition: 4 July – 1 August 2026
Opening hours: Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 13:00 – 17:00

Kunsthuis Syb is pleased to invite you to a special afternoon on the 4th of July, during which the Sybren Hellinga Foundation will present the publication SYB – life and work (1925–2000) by Gitte Brugman and will festively open the group exhibition ZOMERSALON – Remembered and celebrated.

With the publication of the book SYB – life and work, we reflect on the significance of Sybren Hellinga for the arts and the artist community. Syb was a gallery owner, collector, and above all a passionate connector who brought artists, audiences, and artistic practice together in a natural and effortless way. In doing so, he laid the foundation for today’s Kunsthuis Syb.
During the event, the first copy of the book will be presented to Chris Hellinga, Syb’s nephew. The book will be available on site for €29.95.