Located in the heart of Folkestone, 69 Old High Street - kollectiv is an eclectic art centre hosting a programme of exciting, diverse, and thought-provoking events.
Our mission is to make contemporary art and ideas accessible to all and to serve as a bridge between the local and the global.
what we do
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visual arts
our space was born for arts.
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performance
our practice is rooted in engagement.
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music
our hearts are full of music.
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talks
our belief is all stories should be told.
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workshops
our purpose is to lift people up.
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community
our roots are in the community.
Kollectiv Centre for Contemporary Art invites you to explore new perspectives and engage in thought-provoking experiences through diverse art by artists from across the world. We produce, create and host exhibitions, events and activities in belief that art can change your life, bring us closer together and support community in divisive times.
Founded in July 2024 by artistic and curatorial duo Katie and Joseph Beton (Beton Collective), kollectiv is located in the Old High Street, Folkestone.
Upstairs presents a vibrant cafe bar open every day for freshly baked pastries from local Docker bakery, coffee from Whitstable’s Lost Sheep, beer from Docker Brewery and Dr Jeckylls’ and the finest selection of wines from Rodney Fletcher Vintners. We welcome you to enjoy a book from our art library, expand your art collection by purchasing a print or original work from local artists, and share your ideas with our friendly staff. In the evening, you can join one of our eclectic events - from book launches, workshops and expert talks to film screenings, and jazz concerts.
Downstairs presents a 100 square metre exhibition space dedicated to the art and artists of today and tomorrow. You can visit the show free of charge, all year round. The space is home to events and activities including new music concerts, talks, performances and guided tours.
Through our practice, we connect, collaborate and exchange on an on-going basis with our local communities, organisations, individuals and groups exploring connections, creativity, and wellbeing.
We hope you’ll find your home at kollectiv.
Kollectiv. Let’s do it together.
Our values
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kollectiv’s mission is to live up to its name by inviting, listening and collaborating with local communities to create relevant and meaningful programme of events and activities.
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an honest organisation is transparent and serious about the way it communicates its plans. We practice trust and integrity.
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as an organisation, we aren’t afraid of bold, risky decisions that encourage progressive, experimental and innovative ideas.
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kollectiv believes that art is for all. We invite diverse perspectives and visions to create inclusive programme.
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as an organisation we believe in listening and exchanging ideas. We grow with our community and create programme in response to its needs.