About
Playing House is an exhibition at Groninger Museum about childhood rules, scribbles and imagination. It runs until 10 January 2027, open 10:00–17:00.
What to expect
Playing House is an exhibition about the rules children grow up with and the rules worth breaking.
- Scribbled words and drawings in a school desk
- An imaginary friend nobody else can see
- Imagination as a way to reshape the world
- Daydreaming, experimenting and taking initiative
- Play as something to protect and celebrate
- For children and adults
- Invites you to rediscover these abilities
Dates
Questions
When does Playing House start and end?
Playing House runs Saturday, 31 October 2026, 10:00 until 17:00.
Where is Playing House?
Playing House takes place at Groninger Museum, Museumeiland 1, Groningen.
Is a Museumkaart valid?
Yes. Visitor information says a Museumkaart is valid.
What is the exhibition about?
It is about the rules children grow up with and the rules worth breaking.
It also focuses on scribbles, imaginary friends and imagination as a way to reshape the world.
Kids
Getting there
Groninger Museum, Museumeiland 1, 9711 ME Groningen, Groningen, NL
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