Talk with Keith Lowe, Writer & Historian @ Library Marienburg Nijmegen – 12 March (from 19:00)
12 March | 19:00Library Marienburg (OBGZ) | Nijmegen On 12 March at 19:00, at the Library Marienburg (OBGZ) in Nijmegen we welcome British historian and author Keith Lowe for a compelling lecture on the legacy of the Second World War and the myths that shaped the postwar world. After the lecture, all participants are warmly […]
Meet the Artists @ House of Nijmegen History -10 March (17:00-19:00)
Join us on Tuesday, March 10 at the House of Nijmegen History for a special artist meet-up with the creators of the Art of Remembrance exhibition (displayed from March 10 until March 31st). This inspiring event offers art students and art enthusiasts a unique opportunity to meet the artists behind the works, hear firsthand about their experiences during the residencies, and discover the creative processes that shaped their final pieces. From initial research and conceptual development to experimentation and material choices, the artists will share the journeys that brought their ideas to life. Whether you’re curious about navigating residencies, developing a meaningful artistic practice, or understanding how memory and history can inform contemporary art, this event offers valuable insights and honest reflections from practicing artists. Come connect, ask questions, and immerse yourself in conversations about process, practice, and the power of art to remember and reimagine. Date: Tuesday, March 10 – 17:00 – 19:00 Event Address: Huis van de Nijmeegse Geschiedenis (HvdNG), Mariënburg 26, 6511 PS […]
Exhibition Opens in Nijmegen
Art of Remembrance opens to the public at the House of Nijmegen History on March 10, presenting contemporary artworks created through artist residencies at World War II remembrance sites across Europe. The exhibition will be on view until March 31st, 2026. The exhibition features work by four artists – Rebekka Bauer, Raphaël Dallaporta, Juhana Moisander, and Gail Ritchie – each of whom undertook a residency […]
Art of Remembrance Event: Exploring Creativity in Exile
On 4 December 2025, the Sybir Memorial Museum hosted a special meeting devoted to the art of exile as part of the Art of Remembrance project. The event brought together history, memory and contemporary artistic practice, with Finnish artist Juhana Moisander as the special guest during his residency in Białystok, Poland. The meeting explored a […]
Art of Remembrance: Rebekka Bauer’s Residency in Paraloup
Throughout 2025, German artist Rebekka Bauer undertook a residency in Paraloup, the historic mountain village in Cuneo, Italy, where Italian partisans once fought for freedom during the Nazi-Fascist occupation. Her work focuses on exploring the lives of women who testified to resistance, combining archival research, site visits, and community engagement. The residency included two key […]
Artist Raphael Dallaporta’s art residency in Bastogne (Belgium)
In August 2025, renowned French artist and photographer Raphaël Dallaporta embarked on a residency in Bastogne, a city steeped in the history of the Ardennes. The Bastogne War Museum, a key landmark in the area, offers a profound exploration of the Battle of the Bulge (1944–45), illuminating its enduring impact on soldiers and civilians alike. […]
Art of Remembrance Artist Workshop: a Creative Journey in Progress
Between 7 and 8 October, the Art of Remembrance artists came together in Brussels for a mid-point workshop part of the EU-funded project led by Tempora and developed together with a consortium of six partners. The workshop was held at the LRE Foundation‘s office and brought together the project’s artists, who exchanged first impressions on their host sites and […]
Gail Ritchie’s Residency at La Coupole
In 2025, Belfast artist Gail Ritchie undertook an art residency at La Coupole in Saint-Omer, France, as part of the Art of Remembrance project. Her work explores memory through historical and personal perspectives, drawing on her great-grandfather’s experience in World War I and her research on conflicts such as the ‘Troubles’ in Northern Ireland. The […]
Juhana Moisander – Meeting with the Finnish Artist
During the meeting at the Sybir Memorial Museum, Finnish visual artist Juhana Moisander discussed his art, inspirations, working methods, and the vision for a new piece he is creating as part of the international Art of Remembrance project. Finnish artist Juhana Moisander visited the Sybir Memorial Museum in Białystok for the first time. During his […]
Artist and Researcher Gail Ritchie Begins Residency at La Coupole
Between late June and early July, Northern Irish artist and researcher Gail Ritchie began a residency at La Coupole, the French museum and remembrance site dedicated to the Nazi Occupation, the Holocaust, and the technological ambitions of World War II. During this initial phase of her residency, Gail had the opportunity to engage deeply with […]
Art of Remembrance: Artist Rebekka Bauer Begins Residency at Paraloup
We’re excited to share that the Art of Remembrance residency with German artist Rebekka Bauer has officially begun in Paraloup, Italy. From 1 July, Rebekka is spending several weeks in this historic Alpine village, once home to the “Italia Libera” partisan group that fought against Nazi-Fascist occupation. Her residency spans eight weeks over two phases: […]
