The H'art Museum in Amsterdam is hosting an exhibition featuring the works of Henri Matisse and his contemporaries. This collection is being displayed in the Netherlands because the Centre Pompidou in Paris is currently undergoing a multi-year renovation.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Readers of Het Parool have selected the Yiddish-derived word achenebbisj as the most beautiful term in the Amsterdam dialect. The word, which implies something pitiful or disappointing, remains deeply embedded in the city's cultural and linguistic identity.
Ten years after Amsterdam-based war photographer Jeroen Oerlemans was killed in Libya, a new documentary titled Nog Eén Keer is premiering at the Zuiderkerk. The film features personal stories from his family and colleagues to honor his life and dedication to documenting conflict zones.
Amsterdam is hosting a wide array of cultural and community events this week, including the Broodsalon bread market, an animal-focused festival at De Ceuvel, and the Children's Book Week festivities. Residents can also explore new art exhibitions, attend the Pianoduo Festival, or enjoy a tribute concert for Bram Vermeulen.
Author Robert Vuijsje will compete in the upcoming Groot Amsterdams Dictee on October 10. He emphasizes the importance of local dialect, noting that specific phrases serve as a social signal among residents of the city.
Pim Hermeling, director of September Film and Het Ketelhuis, shares his daily routine and personal preferences as a resident of Amsterdam. He highlights his favorite local spots while voicing criticism regarding the city's cycling infrastructure, specifically on the Bilderdijkstraat.
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