Priorij Emmaus, Monastery in Maarssen, Netherlands.
Priorij Emmaus is a monastery in Maarssen featuring geometric forms, clean lines, and minimalist design characteristic of the Bossche School architectural style. The complex contains spaces for religious practice, exhibitions, lectures, and a restaurant housed within the historical building.
Architect Jan de Jong designed and completed the monastery construction in 1966 as part of the Netherlands post-war reconstruction initiative between 1959 and 1965. This project was one of many efforts to rebuild the country during the post-war period.
The monastery is home to the Canonesses Regular of the Holy Sepulchre, who blend their religious life with art exhibitions and lectures that happen throughout the building. Visitors experience this mixture of spiritual practice and cultural exchange as part of the daily rhythm of the place.
Visitors can explore the monastery grounds and access public areas, including the restaurant that opened in 2018 within the historical building. It is wise to check beforehand which areas are open to the public, as some spaces may be reserved for the community.
The monastery offers residency spaces for artists and scientists who work and conduct research within the building, blending religious life with contemporary creativity and academic work. This combination of spiritual space and creative workspace is uncommon and draws people with diverse interests.
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