Program April & May

Japanese Knotweed Season 2024

Every spring, Mediamatic organizes a festival around Japanese knotweed. Knotweed is a fast-growing plant known in Europe for its intrusive properties. What many do not know, however, is that this plant species has a host of positive properties. During this season we will explore how to live in harmony with this controversial plant.

April & May 

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To see

During the Japanese Knotweed Season Mediamatic hosts a series of exhibitions and events. Come by and learn more about the plant. 

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To do, to taste

During the Japanese Knotweed Season Mediamatic hosts a series of workshops. Come by and learn more about the plant and how to use it. 

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Knots, Weeds and Roots

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Come dining with invasive and invited species, in this Neo Futurist Dinner with Japanese Knotweed on the menu!

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Talks

Our regular lecture programme takes an extra look at Japanese Knotweed and other invasive species. Discover how Japanese connects to our other programme and dive deeper into this creepy creature and its various associations.

Blog

Research on Japanese knotweed is continuously growing. So much can be said about the plant’s convoluted history, its qualities and its place in our society. Keep yourself updated with research articles, artist interviews and interesting stories.

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Look back

 

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Japanese Knotweed Season 2023

Last year we've organised the Japanse Knotweed Season for the first time. We've invited artists and designers who worked with the Japanese Knotweed to share their experience during the season. Discover the exhibitions, workshops, events and lectures that inspired us live in harmony with this controversial plant.

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The Japanese Knotweed Season is made possible with support from:

Mondriaan Fund, Creative Industries Fund NLAmsterdam Fund for the ArtsGemeente Amsterdam Oedipus Brewing

 



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