The Tropenmuseum is located in Amsterdam East, historically one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Amsterdam. This neighborhood is a mosaic of different geographies, biographies and narratives and simultaneously it is rapidly changing due to hyper gentrification in the city. Practicing Neighborhood Rituals proposes a long term liaison with different stakeholders in the neighborhood by connecting the minor histories and narratives of the neighbors to the collection of the museum. With this project, the Museum will go beyond its walls and initiate an ongoing series of events, gatherings and exhibitions to engage with questions of heritage, collection and citizenship.
A program including an exhibition in the neighborhoods, podcasts, community meetings will begin in 2019.
Program concept: Amal Alhaag & Liza Swaving