Giant inflatable artworks have taken over The Hague
Published At: 22 May 2026
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
A giant stew pot is floating in a small lake in The Hague as part of an open-air art exhibition. The BlowUp Jubilee features 24 inflatable artworks in parks, on buildings and even in a train station. Curator Mary Hessing says the project aims to showcase art to everyone. The event began after the Dutch government started renovating the historic Binnenhof complex in 2021. The first exhibition in 2022 included works from six artists. This year, all previous installations have returned, with new additions. The exhibition runs until June 21.
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — There is a giant stew pot in a small lake in the center of The Hague.
Floating in the water in front of the prestigious Mauritshuis museum, home to the “Girl with a Pearl Earring,” the 7-meter (23-foot)-tall pan is part of monthlong, open-air art exhibition. The BlowUp Jubilee features 24 inflatable artworks installed in parks, on buildings and even in a train station in the Dutch city
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