LEEUWARDEN – “There is another thing I ask you to keep in mind, and that is that Mata Hari and Madame Zelle McLeod are two completely different women. (…) What Mata Hari- the dancer- is allowed, is forbidden to Madame Zelle McLeod. What happens to Mata Hari, does not affect Madame Zelle. Who turns to one, does not turn to the other one”. – Margaretha, 1917 More
Posts with: Fries Museum
Mata Hari – Mum, dancer and double agent [1]
LEEUWARDEN – The exhibition Mata Hari – the Myth and the Maiden – at Fries Museum in Leeuwarden tells the story of Margaretha Zelle alias Mata Hari alias agent H21. The exhibition in this nature will last until 2nd April 2018. More
Zaailand square: used for markets and various events
LEEUWARDEN – This is the place that you will not miss anyhow. Located in the city centre, surrounded by small cafeterias and restaurants, Zaailand square is one of the most visited places in Leeuwarden. More
Stephen Krans from Nigeria – YourPost’s DNA
I am Stephen Krans, I was born and grew up in Nigeria. I am a student of Stenden University of Applied science Leeuwarden; I work as freelancer in designing website and posters and sometime I repair computers. Since February, 2015 I live in Leeuwarden, a most peaceful city with great people. I don’t regret I live and study in Leeuwarden. I think it’s a beautiful city. Even though I am a student I see positive attitude from people of Leeuwarden. Since I live in this city I have never face any racists what so ever. More
Award-winning exhibition about Alma-Tadema in the ‘Fries museum’
LEEUWARDEN – ‘Epic’, ‘dazzling’, ‘spectacular’: all terms used by The Guardian UK and The Huffington Post US to describe the Alma-Tadema show in the Fries Museum in Leeuwarden, Capital of Culture 2018. With his seductive scenery and vivid and realistic evocations of the classical world Alma-Tadema manages to enchant all his viewers. As a convincing storyteller, he brings stories from classical ancient world to life through his paintings. More