UNKnowN Art Gallery A new creative space in the centre of Zaandam. A new exposition area, situated at the Oostkade 10-12. Alexander De Kleermaeker is the founder of "UNKnowN". He boasts a diverse background in the creative industry, and his driving force is to unite people. Through "UNKnowN", he aims to showcase the art of budding talents and make it easily accessible to a broad and varied audience. The theme of UNKnowN is 'what we don’t know we fear'. People tend to fear what they do not know; therefore, they must spend more time together to appreciate each other. According to the latest statistics, there are over 180 nationalities living in Zaandam: our mission is to connect these people. UNKnowN is a unique cultural place where creative and curious people come together, and young people experiencev modern arts in an approachable setting.