Fabrique des Lumières Amsterdam and Greenpeace Partner for 'Protect the Wonders of the Deep Sea' Exhibition
Fabrique des Lumières in Amsterdam is set to launch an impactful new experience titled 'Protect the Wonders of the Deep Sea', developed in collaboration with Greenpeace Netherlands. Starting June 12, this addition to the ongoing 'De Zee' (The Sea) exhibition invites visitors of all ages to explore the mysterious depths of the ocean and learn about critical conservation efforts.
The launch on June 12 follows World Oceans Day on June 8, a global observance highlighting the importance of healthy oceans. The new experience aims to bring attention to the pressures facing marine environments, including pollution, global warming, overfishing, and the growing threat of deep-sea mining.
Discovering the Ocean's Hidden Worlds in Amsterdam
This immersive new feature plunges visitors kilometers beneath the ocean surface into the vibrant, lesser-known world of the deep sea. Through captivating projections, the experience showcases bioluminescent fish, unique octopuses, and the awe-inspiring biodiversity that might even hold clues to the origin of life itself. While celebrating its beauty, the exhibition also highlights the severe threats facing this fragile ecosystem.
Marieke Vellekoop, director of Greenpeace Netherlands, emphasized the importance of making this hidden world visible. She stated that the deep sea, "one of the last untouched and most mysterious places on Earth," is now threatened by deep-sea mining and "what you don't see, does exist. And it must be protected."
Raising Awareness Against Deep-Sea Mining
The collaboration with Greenpeace aims to shed light on the urgent issue of deep-sea mining, which poses a significant danger to these pristine environments. Visitors will encounter an animated Greenpeace robot, MILA, who guides them through the wonders of the deep sea while illustrating the dangers posed by industrial deep-sea mining machines that threaten the seabed.
Patrick Alders, director of Fabrique des Lumières, noted that the experience goes beyond merely inspiring wonder. He explained that thanks to the partnership with Greenpeace, they are bringing an urgent and often unknown topic to the public's attention in a novel way. Visitors will also have the option to donate to Greenpeace during their visit to 'De Zee'.
Plan Your Visit to Fabrique des Lumières
The 'Protect the Wonders of the Deep Sea' experience, as part of 'De Zee - Dive into the Magical Depth', will be accessible daily at Fabrique des Lumières from June 12.
Regular viewing times for 'De Zee' are:
- Monday to Thursday: 2:15 PM – 5:00 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 2:15 PM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 2:15 PM – 6:00 PM
In addition to 'De Zee', visitors can also explore other current exhibitions, including 'The Realm of the Pharaohs' and 'From Vermeer to Van Gogh - Dutch Masters'. Tickets for all exhibitions are available via the official Fabrique des Lumières website.
To learn more about immersive art experiences and cultural attractions in the city, explore Musemap (musemap.art). You can browse other museums in Amsterdam or discover what's on during your visit.
