The Prince Claus Fund celebrates its 20th anniversary by connecting its unique network of exceptional artists, critical thinkers and cultural organisations to Amsterdam. Festivities kick off on 24 November with an exhibition of works by El Anatsui, followed by live internet radio broadcasts by the Pan African Space Station (11-15 December), and the Prince Claus Awards on 15 December.
Prince Claus Fund celebrates 20 years of supporting culture
The Prince Claus Fund celebrates its 20th anniversary by connecting its unique network of exceptional artists, critical thinkers and cultural organisations to Amsterdam. Festivities kick off on 24 November with an exhibition of works by El Anatsui, followed by live internet radio broadcasts by the Pan African Space Station (11-15 December), and the Prince Claus Awards on 15 December.
Exhibition by world-renowned artist El Anatsui
The exhibition Meyina presents both archival material highlighting the artistic and professional practice of as well as new bottle-top sculptural installations by internationally renowned contemporary artist and 2009 Prince Claus Laureate El Anatsui (Ghana/Nigeria). The exhibition is curated by Bisi Silva, founder-director of the Centre for Contemporary Art in Lagos, Nigeria. The opening on 24 November is part of Amsterdam Art Weekend and is on view through April 2017.
Pan African Space Station (PASS) Lands in Amsterdam
For the first time in Amsterdam: the Pan African Space Station (PASS)! Straight from Cape Town, this pop-up internet radio station, performance space and research platform will broadcast live from the Amsterdam Public Library (OBA) on 11-15 December. PASS brings together cultural producers and thinkers across disciplines, from Amsterdam and abroad, to interrogate our shared histories. PASS is an initiative of the Cape Town-based cultural platform and publication Chimurenga, which received the Prince Claus Award in 2011.
2016 Prince Claus Awards at the Royal Palace
HRH Prince Constantijn, Honorary Chairman of the Board, will present the 2016 Prince Claus Awards at the Royal Palace Amsterdam. The Awards honour visionary artists and organisations for their excellent, pioneering work in culture and development. Principal Laureate, filmmaker and artist, Apichatpong Weerasethakul (Thailand) is joined by five additional Laureates: chef and food activist Kamal Mouzawak (Lebanon), architect Vo Trong Nghia (Vietnam), graphic designer, artist and educator Bahia Shehab (Egypt/Lebanon), interdisciplinary cultural centre Peace Niche l The Second Floor (T2F) (Pakistan) and interactive online portal, La Silla Vacía (The Empty Chair) (Colombia).
About the Prince Claus Fund
The Prince Claus Fund supports artists, critical thinkers, cultural organisations, and heritage rescuers in areas where freedom of cultural expression is limited. “There has never been a greater need for culture to show us new ways of understanding and create connections. Our global network of creative partners is - and will continue to be - essential in keeping us dynamic, informed and on the leading edge for the next 20 years.” – Joumana El Zein Khoury, Prince Claus Fund Director
The Prince Claus Fund is supported by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Dutch Postcode Lottery, private companies, organisations and individuals.
The Pan African Space Station events are made possible through a partnership with the Amsterdam Fund for the Arts. The El Anatsui-exhibition is made possible with support from Stichting Robben.
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