Contemporary art in Stellenbosch

With the new Zeitz Museum recently opening in Cape Town there has been a renewed interest in the contemporary arts in South Africa. Is this kind of art also important in an historic town like Stellenbosch? Absolutely! Philosophical thinkers, artists and poets are often the “prophets” of our world, preventing our culture from stagnating. Art can changeRead more about Contemporary art in Stellenbosch[…]

Who was Mr Cluver of Cluver Street – Stellenbosch?

Where does the name Cluver street come from? Just like Ryneveld Street and Andringa Street, Cluver Street was named after a mayor, or ‘landdros’, as it was known those days. Paul August Carl Dietrich Cluver was Stellenbosch’s mayor between 1914 and 1921. His father was a German pastor and his brothers attorneys like himself. ReinoRead more about Who was Mr Cluver of Cluver Street – Stellenbosch?[…]

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Month: October 2017

Contemporary art in Stellenbosch

Who was Mr Cluver of Cluver Street – Stellenbosch?