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Opening Bridging Minds

Oct 18, 2025 from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM

Bridging Minds, 2025. Foto: Boudewijn Bollmann

Miriam van der Lubbe and the Van Abbemuseum warmly invite you to the festive opening of the exhibition Bridging Minds on Saturday 18 October — the first day of Dutch Design Week!

Bridging Minds, curated by guest curator Miriam van der Lubbe, explores how design builds bridges between worlds, disciplines and desires. Over 100 works by leading designers and artists highlight the unifying power of design.


Programme

  • 14:30 – Arrival and registration at the ticket desk
  • 15:00 – Welcome by museum director Defne Ayas
  • 15:15 – Introduction by guest curator Miriam van der Lubbe
  • Time to explore the exhibition
  • 16:00 – Toast & drinks in the Van Abbe café
  • 17:00 – Closing

We look forward to welcoming you!