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A new art museum focusing on migration has recently opened its doors in Rotterdam, in the vicinity where Albert Einstein sought refuge and embarked on a new journey to the United States. The Fenix museum is a pivotal part of the revitalization project in the Katendrecht neighborhood, previously known for Rotterdam’s red-light district and Europe’s largest Chinatown. This initiative comes at a time when anti-immigration sentiments are escalating across Europe.
Situated in a 16,000 sq m structure dating back to 1923, the museum was formerly a component of the world’s largest warehouse that played a significant role in storage and shipping for the Holland America Line – a prominent Dutch cargo and passenger line that facilitated the travel of millions of migrants during the 19th and 20th centuries. The adjoining docks served as points of arrival and departure for these migrants, marking a chapter in history that resonates through the Fenix museum.
Esmee Köhler, a representative of the museum, expressed during a preview visit that Fenix aims to present a diverse and enriched perspective on migration, without dictating how individuals should perceive it. Designed by Chinese architect Ma Yansong, the museum features exhibitions such as Suitcase Labyrinth, showcasing 2,000 suitcases telling personal narratives from around the globe. In addition, the museum’s architecture, including a chrome double-helix on the roof symbolizing movement and the varied paths taken in life, adds a layer of poignancy to the visitor experience.
Funded by the Droom en Daad Foundation, spearheaded by Wim Pijbes, the former director of the Rijksmuseum, Fenix heralds a new chapter in Rotterdam’s narrative
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