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Discover the Black and Revolutionary Story of Hermina and Otto Huiswoud in Amsterdam

This powerful exhibition explored their adventurous fight against colonialism and inequality, revealing vital Black history in the Netherlands.

Step into the compelling world of Hermina and Otto Huiswoud through this significant exhibition in Amsterdam. It chronicled their adventurous struggle against colonialism, racism, and economic inequality. The exhibit offered unique archival documents, providing profound insights into vital Black history within the Netherlands.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition delves into the hidden history of revolutionaries Hermina and Otto Huiswoud, chronicling their adventurous fight against colonialism, racism, and economic inequality. It showcases unique archival documents offering insights into Black history in the Netherlands.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'Black and Revolutionary: The Story of Hermina and Otto Huiswoud' presented at Association 'Ons Suriname' in Amsterdam, brought to light the remarkable and often untold story of two Black revolutionaries. It detailed their adventurous struggle against colonialism, racism, and economic inequality, highlighting their significant contributions through unique archival documents. The exhibition aimed to showcase hidden Black history within the Netherlands, offering visitors a deep dive into the lives and activism of the Huiswouds. The exhibition ran from November 25, 2017, and was significantly extended to July 21, 2018, due to popular demand. It was open Friday to Sunday from 12:00 to 18:00 pm, with guided tours available on Saturdays. These tours provided an in-depth exploration of the Huiswouds' journey, accompanied by the presentation of rare archival materials. Information regarding tours for groups and classes could be obtained via email, and visitors needing English tours were advised to send a message through the contact form.

Admission and ticket notes

Entrance was €7.50 per person for a guided tour, or €5.00 for entrance without a guided tour. Guided tours were available on Saturdays, with specific times noted on the website. Information for groups and classes could be requested via email, and special arrangements for English tours were available upon request through the contact form.

Black and Revolutionary: The Story of Hermina and Otto Huiswoud key exhibition facts

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Venue
The Black Archives
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Nov 25, 2017 – Jul 21, 2018
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition focuses on the stories and archival contributions of Hermina and Otto Huiswoud, who were key figures in the fight against colonialism, racism, and economic inequality.
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