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betragOur Name & Philosophy Founded in 2023 in Stanford, Western Cape, Betrag Art Gallery is committed to presenting contemporary art that encourages meaningful engagement — aesthetically, intellectually, and emotionally. Our mission is to foster a space where observation leads to discovery and art becomes a dialogue. Our aim is not simply to show what artists make, but to explore how and why it resonates. We also host occasional performances — from acoustic concerts to experimental sound, spoken word, or poetry readings. These rare, atmospheric events transform the gallery into a living, breathing cultural space where ideas can resonate across disciplines. Our in-gallery bookshop features titles from past launches as well as a growing selection of works by local and independent South African authors — offering visitors a chance to take home a piece of the conversation. We believe that a vibrant cultural future must be built alongside the past, not in opposition to it. Our goal is to bridge time and tradition through thoughtful exhibitions that speak to the present moment while honouring the layers of meaning that came before. Through exhibitions, events, and future-focused programming, Betrag seeks to establish Stanford as a destination not only for heritage but also for progressive creative dialogue — where rural and contemporary ideas meet. Over the decades, it has been a home, a tailor’s shop, a general dealer, a tourism office, a café, and an antique store known locally as "The Blue House." Its layered history now frames our contemporary exhibitions with quiet dignity and charm. This building is more than a venue — it’s part of the art. It reminds us that new stories often rise from old foundations. Address: 6 Queen Victoria Street, Stanford, Western Cape, South Africa Cell: +27 (0)67 188 9439 Email: info@betrag.me Monday https://web.facebook.com/BetragArt?_rdc=1&_rdr# CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
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