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Sea, swallow me

Een afgeworpen roze en witte krabbenschaar ligt op fijnkorrelig zand.
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when
November 5, 2026 - November 29, 2026
where
EXboot
open at
opening soon on Nov 5

I had dreamt of the wave a million times before.

Standing in the backyard, I would watch the dykes give way.

The sea would rumble and scream.

The sky would turn the deepest grey, then shatter into a thousand pieces. 

Thor would join the party.

Certain death would come my way.

But once the water reached me, it was reduced to nothing more than a mere puddle, just enough to wetten my bare feet.

Luctor et Emergo — I had survived the water once again.

I could start my day with a morning coffee.

This time was different.

I watched the dykes give way in the backyard; I watched the sky turn grey. 

The water came for me with certainty and vigor, the smell of salt lingering in my nose. 

Not in the mood for the dream, I pinched myself to wake up.

It didn't work: the smell of salt stayed, rain drenching me whole.

The nightmare had manifested.

The sea had come to swallow me.

Plan a visit

opening hours

This week

In addition to these regular opening hours, De Nijverheid is also open during cultural programs, see the agenda.

where

Nijverheidskade 15
3534AZ Utrecht

Due to the unique and limited size of the cultural-historical site, EXboot is only accessible on foot and is not wheelchair accessible. There are no facilities for the hearing impaired (yet).

Een groep jonge mannen kijkt door het raam van de EXboot naar binnen

Always at EXboot

The sand path museum

I cherish both my present and my past. Besides a space for high-profile art, one of my rooms also houses the Zandpad Museum. Here, I'll tell you about my illustrious past and introduce you to people who know me well—inside or out. Sit on my stool, gaze out the window, and listen to the many stories surrounding my life.

Short documentary 'The Sand Path'

The Zandpad Museum is screening a short documentary about the history of the Zandpad. You'll also find numerous audio clips of conversations with various people involved, including a former sex worker and former mayor Aleid Wolfsen.

This Zandpad documentary was made by Sylvie Kamphuis & Jaap Pronk (director), Bram Engelaar (camera), Doenja Abel (production), Twan Bracco Gartner (music), and Bald Beeld (editing). Thanks to the interviewees: Aleid Wolfsen (former mayor of the Municipality of Utrecht), Brenda Oude Breuil (criminologist at Utrecht University), Jannie Teunissen (De Tussenvoorziening), the former sex worker, and the former client of Zandpad. The documentary was made possible in part by the Municipality of Utrecht, KF Heinfonds, Mondriaanfonds, and RTV Utrecht.

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