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Van Almere naar Ally: A Photography Exhibition Documenting 50 Years of Culture and Identity in Almere

Richard Terborg's lens captures Almere's transformation, showcasing how residents built community and unique urban identity.

The Van Almere naar Ally exhibition invites visitors to journey through five decades of Almere's artistic and social evolution. Photographer Richard Terborg presents a captivating visual narrative of the city's development and its inhabitants' contributions to culture. Explore how this young city fostered a vibrant community, shaping identity through art from its origins to the present day. Discover the stories of its makers and pioneers.

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Exhibition summary

Explore 50 years of art in Almere through the lens of photographer Richard Terborg. This exhibition delves into how residents built culture, community, and identity in a city that was still under construction, offering a visual journey of its development from its beginnings to its vibrant present.

Curatorial context

Van Almere naar Ally, by photographer Richard Terborg, offers a visual exploration of Almere's dynamic evolution over 50 years. Terborg captures how residents have actively contributed to the city's culture, community, and identity, framing Almere as more than just a place to live but a space for active creation and self-formation. The exhibition illustrates the city's transformation from undeveloped land to a bustling urban center, highlighting the journey of its inhabitants from youth culture to becoming makers and pioneers. The exhibition intertwines two narratives: the story of a young city founded less than fifty years ago and the personal journey of a young migrant who found his identity, community, and maturity there. Through four thematic sections, Terborg presents photographs, stories, and portraits that reflect the city's growth and its people's self-definition. For this exhibition, Terborg invited fifty Almere artists, spanning various ages and levels of experience, to contribute. A significant component is a large wall featuring forty unique canvases, collectively forming a mosaic of voices and styles that mirrors Almere's organic cultural development, emphasizing both individuality and interconnectedness.

Admission and ticket notes

Tickets are available for purchase starting at €12.50 for regular admission. Youth aged 17 and under receive free entry. Museumkaart holders also have free admission. Visitors are directed to the official ticket shop for booking.

Van Almere naar Ally key exhibition facts

Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Van Almere naar Ally at Bijbels Museum (Cromhouthuizen) in Amsterdam

Venue
Bijbels Museum (Cromhouthuizen)
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Feb 20, 2026 – Jul 5, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Featuring photography by Richard Terborg, and contributions from fifty Almere artists, both established and emerging.
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