CC Ter Vesten

CC Ter Vesten is a cultural center in Beveren, East Flanders, located at Gravenplein 2. It serves as the main cultural venue for the wider region covering the municipalities of Beveren, Kruibeke, and Zwijndrecht, hosting a program of performances, concerts, and artistic events with regional reach.

How did the cultural center come about?

The foundation stone for Ter Vesten was laid on June 11, 1994, and the building was officially opened on May 31, 1996. Less than a decade later, local authorities decided to expand the site — a new library was built next to the existing cultural center, and the cultural venue itself was significantly enlarged. The new wings were officially opened on March 7, 2008. Thanks to this expansion, Ter Vesten now functions as a combined complex bringing together cultural programming and library services, making it one of the key meeting places for residents of Beveren.

What role does it play in the region?

CC Ter Vesten describes itself as a location, catalyst, and engine for creative encounters. Its program carries a quality label and is regarded as a reference point for professional arts in the region. The offering spans multiple disciplines — theatre performances, music concerts, exhibitions, and educational events — combining a view of the past, present, and future of local culture. The center also acts as a shared meeting point for residents of the three neighboring municipalities of Beveren, Kruibeke, and Zwijndrecht, serving as their joint cultural institution.

What else happens here besides cultural events?

Beyond its regular artistic program, CC Ter Vesten rents out its halls to both organizations and private individuals. The venue's spaces are used for exhibitions, workshops, meetings, training sessions, cooking classes, band rehearsals, and live music performances. This flexibility means the building is active not only on days of official cultural events but also as an everyday gathering space for the local community.

Where exactly is it located?

The center is located at Gravenplein 2, 9120 Beveren — right in the town center, close to other public institutions. Its position on Gravenplein makes it an easily accessible landmark for visitors to Beveren, whether they are attending a specific event or simply exploring the town.

Frequently asked questions

What is CC Ter Vesten? It is a cultural center in Beveren serving the region of Beveren, Kruibeke, and Zwijndrecht, offering performances, concerts, and artistic events.

When was it built? The foundation stone was laid in 1994, it opened in 1996, and in 2008 it was expanded with a new library and additional spaces.

Where is it located? At Gravenplein 2, 9120 Beveren, in the town center.

Can the halls be rented? Yes, the center makes its halls available to both organizations and private individuals for exhibitions, workshops, training, band rehearsals, and other events.

What kind of cultural program does it offer? The program spans multiple artistic disciplines and carries a quality label recognized regionally as a reference point for professional artistic activity.