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On this cheerful festival, artists, social scientists, philosophers and the audience explore ways to think about, cherish and practice caring and being cared for, in particular through art or mundane makings. In what ways is art caring? How may care include art? How can we support art-as-care, or argue for the unarguable?
Event details of Art (as) Care: The Festival of Unexpected Subjects
Date
25 June 2026
Time
15:00 -20:00
Location
Het Zonnehuis

Visit the Festival of Unexpected Subjects at the historic Het Zonnehuis in Amsterdam-Noord. This vibrant festival brings together artists, social scientists, philosophers, and the audience to explore ways to think about, cherish and practice caring and being cared for, in particular through art or mundane makings.

Become co-creator through interactive workshops

As a visitor, you'll act as a co-creator and co-researcher through interactive workshops featuring philosophical conversations, hands-on crafting, music, and dance. The event also showcases a unique art exhibition and the premiere of three new works by composer/pianist Philipp Rüttgers, performed live with jazz and improvisation artists. 

Come discover the unexpected, participate in your own way, and enjoy!