On 11 June 2008 Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands will open the Graphic Design Museum, Beyerd Breda, the first museum in the world to focus specifically on graphic design. This institution will serve as a museum, knowledge centre, learning environment, visual culture boutique, design café and production company. The Graphic Design Museum will provide an international podium for established designers and a showcase for new world-class talent.
The Graphic Design Museum opens with four exhibitions:
• 100 Years of Graphic Design in the Netherlands
What?
The main survey exhibition, presenting a century of graphic design
When?
From 11 June 2008, with new works on display every three months
By?
Esther Cleven (organizer), KinKorn and Frederik de Wal (designers), Lust (interactive design), and Herman de Boer (interviews)
For?
Anyone interested in modern history and graphic design
• Go Ahead and Publish!
What?
A studio with magnetic walls, especially for children.
When?
From 11 June 2008 to June 2009
By?
De Designpolitie (design), Studio Laurens van Wieringen (layout), and Marieke van Oudheusden (education curator)
For?
Children who want to develop their talents
• European Championship of Graphic Design
What?
A collaborative project by Europe’s top designers
When?
From 11 June to mid-September 2008; sneak preview from 7 June
By?
Erik Kessels (layout and design)
For?
The young at heart and mind
• Dialogue
What?
An exhibition about the democratization of graphic design
When?
From 11 June 2008 to January 2009
By?
Colin Huizing (guest curator), Roland Buschmann, and Jeroen Bijl (layout design)
For?
Anyone who wants to keep up with the latest developments
Graphic Design Museum
Boschstraat 22
4811 GH BREDA
The Netherlands
I info@graphicdesignmuseum.com
T +31 76 529 99 00
F +31 76 529 99 29
