Knillispoort

Founded in 1971, Knillispoort is a community organisation based in s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands working on arts & culture, heritage, community development +1 more.

Knillispoort is a volunteer-run cultural and political café and event venue in the centre of s-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands. It was founded in 1971 by members of the local political group Knillis and hosts public debates, lectures, historical talks, concerts, carnival events and exhibitions. Its best-known series include the Historisch café, the Achter de Poort cultural salon and the annual Politieke Klets. The venue is open to the public and is funded largely by donors (donateurs), who receive free entry to events. Its activities centre on local history, heritage such as Fort Crèvecoeur and the city's monuments, and civic debate.