Power of Words — Odesa City Letters: exhibition opening
Ukrainian poetry meets typography and visual art at OBA Oosterdok, with 56 works curated by Marianna Djulay.
About this event
Power of Words brings Ukrainian poetry into the public library through literary posters, textiles and visual design. Curated by Marianna Djulay, the Odesa City Letters project connects words by Ukrainian poets from different generations with contemporary artistic interpretation. It offers an entry point for visitors interested in literature, typography and Ukrainian culture.
The presentation comprises 56 works, including 15 new pieces made in 2026 and two works exploring a dialogue between Odesa and Amsterdam. Kastanje organizes the exhibition with OBA, with support from the Amsterdams Fonds voor de Kunst.
This listing is for the opening on 29 October 2026 at 19:00 at OBA Oosterdok, Oosterdokskade 143, Amsterdam. Admission is free. The official poster advertises the wider exhibition from 29 October to 10 January; the opening's finishing time and programme language have not been confirmed. Consult the organizer for visiting arrangements beyond the opening.
Original announcement and practical updates: https://www.instagram.com/p/DejrSJ8MzsT/
Artwork: official promotional poster supplied by Kastanje.
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