Queer Geschiedenismaand Dagboek

Henk, who grew up in Overijssel, moves to free and tolerant Amsterdam to be himself. Writer Anita van Oosterbosch has published his diary as a tribute to the young homosexuals who fought for recognition and emancipation at the time.

The evening will be opened by Wilfred van Buuren, head of collection at IHLIA LHBTI Heritage. Then presenter Michael Abspoel will talk to writer Gerbrand Bakker, Gazi Duran, queer Muslim advisor and actor Jefferson Yaw Frempong-Manson (Out, 2024).

Using excerpts from Diary of a Freethinker read aloud, they reflect, together with the audience, on the freedoms that were fought for at the time. How can we ensure that the possibility of being yourself and connecting freely with others will continue to be guaranteed in the future?

Partners: IHLIA LHBTI Heritage, OBA and Stichting Amsterdam750.See also www.queergeschiedenismaand.nl

This program is part of Amsterdam 750Hoera! On October 27, 2025, Amsterdam will be 750 years old and the OBA will be celebrating with us. With 29 libraries throughout the city, we will be celebrating the anniversary for a year in every neighborhood. We will be opening our doors wide for small neighborhood activities and large events.

More information on oba.nl/amsterdam750

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