4 upcoming lectures events
Freek Vonk Live
Mon, 21 Dec 2026
AFAS Live
Freek Vonk Live at AFAS Live turns a lecture into a living science show, with roaring wildlife clips fearless zoology insights, and an amused astonished Amsterdam crowd.
Michael Pollan in Amsterdam: A World Appears
Wed, 24 Mar 2027 at 20:30
On Location: Rode Hoed, Keizersgracht 102, Amsterdam
John Adams Institute and Rode Hoed host Michael Pollan in Amsterdam for an evening discussion around his forthcoming book A World Appears. Pollan argues that mind and nature are inseparable, offering a thoughtful blend of science, philosophy, and personal reflection.
De symfonie van onvrede: de opmars van radicaal-rechts in Europa
Fri, 12 Mar 2027 at 21:00
Spui25
An intimate, analytical lecture tracing the rise of radical-right politics in Europe, weaving Catherine de Vries’ family history with years of research to show how societal shifts—from Dutch countryside to Southern Italy—fuel discontent and strategy.
De Republiek
Tue, 2 Mar 2027 at 15:00
De Balie
De Balie hosts the debate 'De Republiek', exploring the necessity of free, public debate in modern democracy. A sharp, policy-minded discussion in an intimate cultural venue in Amsterdam, inviting thinkers to challenge and defend public discourse.