Foam presents Yere Mi Sten, the first retrospective exhibition in the Netherlands dedicated to the work of Augusta Curiel (Suriname, 1873-1937). The exhibition will officially be opened on May 22 between 17:30 and 21:00 during Amsterdam Art Week 2025.

With her sister Anna (Suriname, 1875–1958) as her assistant, Curiel ran a successful photography studio in Paramaribo, establishing herself as one of Suriname’s most prominent photographers. The exhibition offers a comprehensive overview of Curiel’s work, featuring over 100 images that offer a rich glimpse into Surinamese society in the early twentieth century. Augusta Curiel – Yere Mi Sten (translated from Sranan Tongo as Hear My Voice) highlights the multifaceted practice and distinctive role of Anna and Augusta Curiel in Surinamese society during the Dutch colonial period. The exhibition coincides with the celebration of the 50th anniversary of Suriname’s independence.

Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into the world of Augusta and her sister Anna and visit the exhibition at Foam!