In conjunction with WorldPride Amsterdam 2026, the Rijksmuseum announces the launch of a new research program dedicated to topics that have received little attention to date, including queer history. Drawing on the museum’s extensive collection, which spans from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, the project aims to enrich our understanding of the past, offer more inclusive interpretations, and share new perspectives with an international audience.
The initiative involves the appointment of a specialized researcherand the development of dedicated research activities. The project is made possible thanks to the support of Baker McKenzie, which is renewing and strengthening its partnership with the museum (it has been a partner of the Rijksmuseum since 2007).
The program is part ofAmsterdam WorldPride, scheduled for July 25 through August 8, during which the Rijksmuseum will host and promote numerous cultural initiatives, organized in part with the support of Baker McKenzie. Among these is the exhibition “A Pink History,” which offers an in-depth exploration of queer history in the Netherlands and its representation in the visual arts. Visitors will be guided through themes and stories ranging from secret love affairs to public expressions of identity and diversity, including historical and symbolic references such as Sodom and Gomorrah and the pink triangle.
On July 24, the museum will also kick off the WorldPride program with a special evening dedicated to the event. The initiative will include film screenings, talks, and public discussions. Scholars, experts, and guests will discuss the role of images and positive narratives in building a more inclusive society, addressing topics such as solidarity, the representation of differences, and overcoming prejudices and stereotypes.
“The Rijksmuseum belongs to everyone and is for everyone,” says Taco Dibbits, director general of the Rijksmuseum. “It is therefore important to continually conduct new research and thus offer ever-broader perspectives on history. In this way, we continue to build a museum that stands at the heart of society.”
“For Baker McKenzie, inclusion is an integral part of what we do, not just what we say. That’s why we consciously invest in research that reveals new and previously little-known perspectives,” said Kim Tan, managing partner of Baker McKenzie Amsterdam. “As a partner of the Rijksmuseum, we want to play an active role in this regard: not only by promoting research, but also by helping to bring these stories to the public’s attention.”
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