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stories

A place dedicated to the history of graffiti culture through objects and stories from the Dutch Graffiti Library collection.

Dutch Graffiti Library

It’s about graffiti culture

A place dedicated to the history of graffiti culture told through objects and stories of the Dutch Graffiti Library collection and an exhibition space for underground artists with a street-smart mentality.

Come and visit us

We open our doors at the Centrale Markthal in Amsterdam on different days.

Stories about graffiti culture

From Graffiti to Recognized Artist

14/9/2024|

A selection of Papilaja’s works is currently on display at the Dutch Graffiti Library. Highlights include Setiap Orang Berbeda - Semua Orang Bersama, a sculpture that emphasizes community strength, and Tanpa Menulis Kamu Lupa, a series of drawings that reflect on the importance of writing.

Dutch Graffiti Library Opens Museum

14/9/2024|

This weekend, the Dutch Graffiti Library opened its new museum in Amsterdam’s Centrale Markt Hal during Open Monument Day. The 140m² space offers visitors a unique look into the history of graffiti culture, featuring a collection of photographs, objects, and stories.

Amsterdam notes

An inside story by Chris Reinewald (1955), published by Dutch Graffiti Library, about Keith Haring (1958-1990) in Holland, just before his worldwide breakthrough. Plus: never shown works by Haring and the Dutch graffiti scene of the 1980’s

Short movies

Online showing of activities, trailers and clips About Graffiti Culture.

The first Dutch writer bombing
the New York City subway

Finally after more than 30 years an answer to the question “What is a young man from The Hague doing bombing the one line in the 145th Street Tunnel with Bodé nudes?” asked in the book ‘Spraycan Art’ has arisen!

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