Stay up-to-date with all the news from the Bijbels Museum (Cromhouthuizen) in Amsterdam. This page provides information on recent announcements, exhibition changes, and important updates related to its unique collection focused on biblical themes and cultural heritage within historic canal houses.
Discover a new group exhibition exploring the complexities of human communication in the digital age. Featuring works by 28 contemporary artists, the project reinterprets the ancient Tower of Babel myth to reflect on how we understand or misunderstand one another today. The exhibition is a collaborative presentation by the Bijbels Museum and Stedelijk Museum Breda.
Join acclaimed photographer Ilvy Njiokiktjien for an exclusive workshop focused on portrait photography, particularly working with seniors and natural light. This event is inspired by her contributions to the museum's 'WIJS!' exhibition.
The Bijbels Museum is sharing an update on its 'Tower of Babel: The Next Step' open call, which received over 900 diverse submissions. Selected works will be exhibited at Stedelijk Museum Breda starting November 21st, exploring themes of language, connection, and societal polarization.
The Bijbels Museum is launching 'Wijs!' ('Wise!'), a photography exhibition by Ilvy Njiokiktjien, showcasing portraits of inspiring individuals aged 80 and above. The exhibition aims to present a positive and multifaceted view of aging, highlighting wisdom, resilience, and continued personal development.
The Bijbels Museum has received an unprecedented number of over 900 entries for its "Tower of Babel" Open Call. This successful initiative is part of a co-production with Stedelijk Museum Breda, culminating in an exhibition that explores themes of language and societal communication, set to open in November 2026.
The Bijbels Museum, in co-production with Stedelijk Museum Breda, has launched an open call for artists to submit works exploring themes of language and communication, inspired by the myth of the Tower of Babel. Selected artworks will be featured in a group exhibition running from November 2026 to May 2027 at Stedelijk Museum Breda.
The Bijbels Museum is inviting the public to nominate wise individuals aged 80 and over to participate in a new photographic exhibition titled 'Wisdom as a Way of Life' (working title). This project aims to create a positive and diverse portrayal of aging by documenting the life stories and portraits of selected elders, to be displayed starting in 2026.
The Bijbels Museum shares insights from a recent knowledge-sharing event, "Tech zonder Tunnelvisie," focused on digital innovation and public engagement strategies within the museum sector. The blog post summarizes discussions on creating personalized visitor experiences through digital tools and highlights the critical role of inter-museum collaboration for future technological advancements.
Discover a new group exhibition exploring the complexities of human communication in the digital age. Featuring works by 28 contemporary artists, the project reinterprets the ancient Tower of Babel myth to reflect on how we understand or misunderstand one another today. The exhibition is a collaborative presentation by the Bijbels Museum and Stedelijk Museum Breda.
The Bijbels Museum is sharing an update on its 'Tower of Babel: The Next Step' open call, which received over 900 diverse submissions. Selected works will be exhibited at Stedelijk Museum Breda starting November 21st, exploring themes of language, connection, and societal polarization.
The Bijbels Museum is launching 'Wijs!' ('Wise!'), a photography exhibition by Ilvy Njiokiktjien, showcasing portraits of inspiring individuals aged 80 and above. The exhibition aims to present a positive and multifaceted view of aging, highlighting wisdom, resilience, and continued personal development.
The Bijbels Museum has received an unprecedented number of over 900 entries for its "Tower of Babel" Open Call. This successful initiative is part of a co-production with Stedelijk Museum Breda, culminating in an exhibition that explores themes of language and societal communication, set to open in November 2026.
The Bijbels Museum, in co-production with Stedelijk Museum Breda, has launched an open call for artists to submit works exploring themes of language and communication, inspired by the myth of the Tower of Babel. Selected artworks will be featured in a group exhibition running from November 2026 to May 2027 at Stedelijk Museum Breda.
The Bijbels Museum is inviting the public to nominate wise individuals aged 80 and over to participate in a new photographic exhibition titled 'Wisdom as a Way of Life' (working title). This project aims to create a positive and diverse portrayal of aging by documenting the life stories and portraits of selected elders, to be displayed starting in 2026.
The Bijbels Museum highlights recent media coverage of the "RE:FWD: A Reply to the Present, A Forward to Us All" group exhibition. Featuring young artists, this exhibition explores hopeful visions for the future and is showcased at NDSM FUSE until August 2025, drawing attention from outlets like RTV Noord-Holland and Het Parool.
The Bijbels Museum is a co-producer of Kunstlinie ART WEEK, an event taking place at Kunstlinie in Almere from May 8-11. This special week centers around the RE:FWD: A reply to the present, a forward to us all exhibition, which showcases 21 artists sharing hopeful visions for the future through various mediums. Visitors can enjoy free artist talks, curator tours, and special Mother's Day activities.
Discover a new group exhibition exploring the complexities of human communication in the digital age. Featuring works by 28 contemporary artists, the project reinterprets the ancient Tower of Babel myth to reflect on how we understand or misunderstand one another today. The exhibition is a collaborative presentation by the Bijbels Museum and Stedelijk Museum Breda.
The Bijbels Museum is sharing an update on its 'Tower of Babel: The Next Step' open call, which received over 900 diverse submissions. Selected works will be exhibited at Stedelijk Museum Breda starting November 21st, exploring themes of language, connection, and societal polarization.
The Bijbels Museum has received an unprecedented number of over 900 entries for its "Tower of Babel" Open Call. This successful initiative is part of a co-production with Stedelijk Museum Breda, culminating in an exhibition that explores themes of language and societal communication, set to open in November 2026.
The Bijbels Museum highlights recent media coverage of the "RE:FWD: A Reply to the Present, A Forward to Us All" group exhibition. Featuring young artists, this exhibition explores hopeful visions for the future and is showcased at NDSM FUSE until August 2025, drawing attention from outlets like RTV Noord-Holland and Het Parool.
The Bijbels Museum is a co-producer of Kunstlinie ART WEEK, an event taking place at Kunstlinie in Almere from May 8-11. This special week centers around the RE:FWD: A reply to the present, a forward to us all exhibition, which showcases 21 artists sharing hopeful visions for the future through various mediums. Visitors can enjoy free artist talks, curator tours, and special Mother's Day activities.
Discover a special collection of expressive paintings, colorful drawings, and cheerful ceramics created by artists from Atelier Kunstfabriek Oss. These unique artworks, developed by individuals with intellectual disabilities, will be exhibited at Museum Krona from February 11 to 23, 2025. The presentation highlights the transformative power of art and is supported by Special Arts.
The Bijbels Museum presents 'Reply:Forward', an art exhibition featuring 21 young artists exploring themes of hope, transformation, and future scenarios amidst contemporary crises. Curated by Caithlin Courtney Chong, Thierno Deme, and Mees Elias van Zanten, the exhibition aims to inspire reflection on the past and action for a hopeful future. It will be held at Kunstlinie Almere (February 7 - July 6, 2025) and NDSM FUSE Amsterdam (July 18 - August 31, 2025).
The Bijbels Museum is launching an open call for artists under 35 to participate in its upcoming RE:FWD exhibition. This exhibition explores themes of hope, societal change, and alternative futures in response to current global crises. Selected works will be showcased across two venues in 2025.
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