This event celebrated Raoul de Jong's Boekenweek essay. The evening brought together discussions with notable guests, including The Black Archives founder Mitchell Esajas, social anthropologist Rachel Gefferie, and Het Taalmuseum's director Fresco Sam-Sin. Attendees enjoyed lively singing and dancing, gaining a deeper understanding of de Jong and his cultural insights.
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An evening event celebrating Raoul de Jong's Boekenweek essay, featuring conversations, music, and dance to explore the themes and world he describes. The event includes discussions with The Black Archives founder Mitchell Esajas, social anthropologist Rachel Gefferie, and Het Taalmuseum's director Fresco Sam-Sin.
This event is dedicated to celebrating Raoul de Jong, the author of the Boekenweek essay, and the world he portrays. The evening promises insightful conversations, lively singing, and dancing, all aimed at a deeper understanding of de Jong and his work. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with de Jong himself, as well as a panel of distinguished guests including Mitchell Esajas, founder of The Black Archives; Rachel Gefferie, a social anthropologist; and Fresco Sam-Sin, Director of Het Taalmuseum. The Black Archives will display relevant books, and Het Taalmuseum will delve into the history of Suriname through the lens of words. This gathering is an invitation to collectively celebrate the Boekenweek essay.
Tickets are available for €7,- via The Taalmuseum. The event starts at 19:30 and ends at 22:00.
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