Embark on the Mijn Stad Tour for an insightful guided walk through Amsterdam's historic Geuzenbuurt. This exploration highlights the Geuzenhof, an early 1930s experiment in social and green urban living, with communal gardens designed by Mien Ruys. Led by resident data journalist Gerlinde Schuller, the tour discusses the enduring significance of integrating natural spaces into dense urban areas. Discover how past innovations inform future challenges in urban development and sustainable community planning.
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This guided walking tour explores the Geuzenbuurt and the Geuzenhof, an early experiment in social and green urban living designed by Mien Ruys and Huibert van Saane. The tour, led by local resident and data journalist Gerlinde Schuller, discusses the historical relevance and ongoing lessons of balancing urban development with nature.
The Mijn Stad Tour, 'Sociaal Groen in de Geuzenbuurt – in de voetsporen van Mien Ruys', offers a deep dive into a historical experiment in social and green urban living. The tour focuses on the Geuzenhof, built in the 1930s by contractor Huibert van Saane with architect Jacob Dunnebier, featuring large communal gardens originally designed by the renowned garden and landscape architect Mien Ruys. This exploration highlights how pioneers sought a balance between city life and nature, a dilemma that remains highly relevant for contemporary urban development. Led by Gerlinde Schuller, a data journalist and resident of the Geuzenhof, the tour delves into the significance of this architectural and horticultural heritage. Participants will learn about the pioneering efforts to integrate green spaces within densely populated areas, drawing parallels between past innovations and future urban challenges. The tour also touches upon the redevelopment of the Geuzenhof gardens and Schuller's own research into social-green definitions, offering insights into community building and sustainable urban planning in Amsterdam.
Tickets for this tour cost €7.50 and include entry to Arcam. Free tickets can also be reserved via the provided ticket button, as the tours are intended for all Amsterdam residents. The tour duration is 1.5 hours, with a meeting point at the playground, Geuzenstraat 59.
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