The 'Zwartheid Onder Ogen Komen' exhibition offers a comprehensive look at how Black people have been portrayed in the Netherlands, from the colonial era to today. Discover unique archival materials and visual art that illustrate how colonial perceptions became part of Dutch cultural archives. This presentation also highlights the continuous history of resistance against racism and the powerful efforts by Black individuals to define their own culture and identity through art and historical reflection.
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This multimedia exhibition delves into the underrepresented history of the portrayal of Black people in the Netherlands, from colonial times to the present day. It showcases how colonial imagery became part of the Dutch cultural archive while also highlighting continuous resistance against racism and the self-definition of Black identity.
The exhibition 'Zwartheid Onder Ogen Komen' (Facing Blackness) offers a comprehensive look at the Dutch portrayal of Black people, spanning from the colonial era to contemporary society. Utilizing unique archival materials from The Black Archives' collection, alongside contributions from other institutions, private collections, and visual art, the exhibition illustrates how colonial perceptions of Black individuals were embedded within the Dutch 'cultural archive,' influencing daily perceptions and traditions. Simultaneously, it highlights the persistent history of resistance against various forms of racism and the ongoing efforts by Black individuals to define their own culture and identity. Artists Gloria Holwerda, Jaasir Linger, Lydienne Albertoe, and Sherida Kuffour conducted months of research, creatively reflecting on the exhibition's themes. Albertoe's work, for instance, investigates the visual representation of Black people in comic books, translated into an installation. The exhibition was developed by Jessica de Abreu, Raul Balai, and Mitchell Esajas, with research conducted by Isabelle Britto, Alexine Gabriela, and Mitchell Esajas. Visitors are encouraged to donate books, objects, and visual materials that contain stereotypes or depict resistance, thereby contributing to the living archive and exhibition.
Tickets are priced at €10,- (excl. BTW & service costs) for general admission. Students, teens (11-17), and seniors (65+) pay €7.50 (excl. BTW & service costs). Children aged 0-10 enter for free. Stadspashouders also receive free admission. Group tours can be arranged upon request.
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