The TBA Talk 'Bonaire, een koloniale zoutgeschiedenis' brought together authors Bòi Antoin and Cees Luckhardt, along with activists and educators, to discuss the island's complex past. This event shed light on the brutal realities of slavery in Bonaire's salt pans, challenging historical myths. Attendees explored the history of resistance and the enduring repercussions of colonialism, framed within the broader exhibition 'Geen heling, zonder herstel'.
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This event features a book presentation and discussion on the colonial history of slavery on Bonaire, focusing on the harsh realities of forced labor in salt pans. Speakers will delve into the history of resistance and the contemporary impact of this past.
On December 1, 2023, The Black Archives hosted a special TBA Talk and book presentation for 'Bonaire, een koloniale zoutgeschiedenis'. This event centered on the often-overlooked history of slavery on Bonaire, particularly the arduous labor in the island's salt pans. The book, authored by Bòi Antoin and Cees Luckhardt, sheds light on the true conditions faced by enslaved Africans, dispelling the myth that colonial practices were humane. The presentation included discussions on resistance by enslaved individuals and the enduring repercussions of this history into the present day. Joining Antoin and Luckhardt were Kjelld Kroon, an activist and program coordinator at Pakhuis de Zwijger, and Zion Piggott, an educational staff member from the National Archives. They provided further insights into the subject matter. The event took place within the context of the exhibition 'Geen heling, zonder herstel' (No healing, without repair), allowing attendees to explore the exhibition after the talk.
The event took place on Friday, December 1, from 19:00 (start 19:30) to 21:30. Visitors could attend the exhibition 'Geen heling, zonder herstel' after the presentation. Specific ticketing information for this talk is not detailed, but it was hosted within the exhibition space.
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