On Sunday, September 14, you’ll have a unique opportunity to experience the exhibition Om/Mother through the eyes of two Palestinian photographers. They are traveling especially from Hebron to Antwerp to guide you through their powerful images and stories. In addition, you can freely take part throughout the afternoon in an embroidery session by manoeuvre—an invitation to weave your own traces with thread and fabric.
Experience the exhibition Om/Mother through the eyes of two Palestinian photographers from Hebron. They will guide you through powerful images and stories created by women and girls from the Tel Rumeida neighborhood.
Alongside the tours, you are welcome to join an open embroidery session hosted by manoeuvre: a creative invitation to weave your own traces with thread and fabric. We will close the day with a warm reception featuring Palestinian dishes.
Programme
- 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Embroidery session by Manœuvre, open entry. Free coffee and tea.
- 2:00 – 2:30 PM: Guided tour 1 of the Om/Mother exhibition by Om Wisam & Nidaa
- 3:00 – 3:30 PM: Guided tour 2 of the Om/Mother exhibition by Om Wisam & Nidaa
- 4:00 – 5:30 PM: Reception with Palestinian snacks by chef Nour Elnono
Guided Tours in the 'Om/Mother Exhibition
‘Om/Mother is a participatory project showcasing photographs taken by Palestinian women and girls from the Tel Rumeida neighbourhood of Hebron, Palestine. The photos were taken in September 2023, shortly before the Hamas attack of 7 October and the Israeli bombings in Gaza and the West Bank, which claimed tens of thousands of lives.
The photos were compiled into a book by Barbara Debeuckelaere, with all proceeds going back to the women of Tel Rumeida.
Start times: 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
Spots are limited – be sure to reserve your (free) place in time.
Embroidery Session by Manœuvre
manoeuvre is an artistic practice and platform that focuses on bringing communities together and creating connections through textiles. Since 2023, manoeuvre has been embroidering the names of Palestinian victims onto fabric. This is a collective act in which everyone is invited to take part.
The embroidery session will take place continuously from 2:00 to 5:30 PM in the entrance hall of FOMU. No registration required
Reception with Palestinian Bites
Nour Elnono is a Lebanese-Palestinian chef based in Antwerp. She cooks with love, following Middle Eastern traditions, keeping her culinary heritage alive. Chef Nour invites you to taste a selection of typical Palestinian delicacies, presented in a buffet style.
The reception starts at 4:00 PM and takes place in the entrance hall.
No reservation required.
