STRAAT museum launches her new exhibition, The Essence, on April 10th. It’s all about diving into what drives graffiti - the names, tags, lines and repetition - as its own visual language. The show follows graffiti’s journey from the underground in New York City to a global movement that inspires modern art. To celebrate the opening, the legendary graffiti artist Bill Blast (Wise/William Cordero) will create new work, give an interview and sign blackbooks on April 11th.

The Transit exhibition investigates the transformation of industry through the climate transition. The complex relationship between climate, industry, and prosperity is central. The exhibition concludes the five-year study, which approaches the transition legally, politically, and ethically, with the central question of who bears the responsibility and burden and who benefits.

A. Beginning brings together seven artists who have each started over in their own way after studies, illness, or personal changes. The exhibition explores the balance between vulnerability and resilience and shows how the desire to start over runs deep within us. Even in uncertain circumstances, the urge to grow and move forward remains present.

Rainbow Pride is a colourful group exhibition inspired by the iconic rainbow flag by Gilbert Baker. As part of WorldPride, the participating artists explore what the values ​​behind the flag, such as pride, connection, freedom and acceptance, mean today. The exhibition celebrates what connects us and invites reflection on diversity, inclusion and living together.

Summer is the perfect time to give attention to the dreams you put on hold during the busier seasons. Have you always dreamed of painting in the garden? Or perhaps you've dreamed of creating your own jewelry? Or maybe you’re up to participating in an entire clay modeling course? These and other workshops are available at the Creative School at Treehouse NDSM in July.