Vrije Academie has officially settled in het Cromhouthuis, a monumental canal house on the Herengracht in Amsterdam! Every month, we provide an interesting lunch lecture in English. We offer various topics: from art history, to fashion, photography, architecture, and philosophy: all will be included! The lectures take place in the beautiful Jacob de Witzaal and can be booked as seperate classes. When will you visit? Pick your favorite topic from the following dates:

June 21 - Arianne Deligianis: The language of flowers For centuries, people have been using flowers to relay a certain message. Even in art, flowers played a crucial role and had specific symbolic meanings that enriched a story. Travel through different centuries and art historical styles and learn about the secret language of flowers in art. During this lecture you will see work from many famous artists like for example Jan van Eyck, Sandro Botticelli, Dante Gabriel Rossetti and Georgia O' Keefe. 

July 19 - Oene Dijk: Pritzker Prize 2022 The Pritzker Prize is considered the Nobel Prize for architecture. Which architects or architects will win this prestigious prize in 2022? Will the Dutch prize winner Rem Koolhaas, get a compatriot as his successor?

August 16 - TBD

September 13 - TBD

October 11 - TBD

November 8 - TBD

December 12 - TBD

We also provide a weekly lunch lecture in Dutch on Thursdays.

• Lecture of 45 minutes.
• Consumptions are not included in ticket price. It is possible to bring your own lunch to this lecture.
• At least 7 days before the lecture you will receive a proof of attendance in your mail. This includes information about the location.