Arminius is a striking church building from 1895 on the Westersingel in Rotterdam, named after the Remonstrant theologian Jacobus Arminius. The building was repurposed from a place of worship into a venue for debates, lectures, concerts and cultural events. Its high vaulted ceilings and distinctive interior make it a memorable setting.
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A public debate on surveillance in Rotterdam: experts, politicians and citizens discuss the real impact and necessity of widespread camera monitoring.
A debate on the Dutch budget with economists and journalists exploring what the minority government's financial plans mean for the Netherlands.
Economist Jona van Loenen and guests discuss the impact of history's largest wealth transfer and how to build a fairer economy.
Buitenlandse Zaken explores how artificial intelligence transforms warfare, who holds power, and what happens when autonomous systems clash. Featuring technology philosopher Joris Krijger.
A philosophical evening exploring meaning, ideals, art, AI and culture with six speakers at Arminius Rotterdam.
Gal Beckerman explores what it takes to be a dissident and how to speak out against wrongdoing.
Hans Stegeman analyzes the root causes of societal crises and presents alternatives for a more sustainable economy.
Theatre maker Adelheid Roosen, professor Floortje Scheepers and Lex Bohlmeijer discuss gentleness and personal attention in healthcare. A lecture on the role of human encounter in a system of protocols and budget constraints.
A lecture on motherhood and burn-out with Nina Pierson. Why does parenting responsibility weigh so heavily on mothers, and how do biological, social and economic factors reinforce this pattern?
A discussion on menopause, hormone therapy and the transition, featuring Samira Rafaela and others, moderated by Anna Visser.
British rock legends Status Quo take the stage in Rotterdam with a special guest performance by cabaret artist Karin Amatmoekrim.
An evening of lectures and conversations exploring contemporary social issues: relationships, beauty, education, migration and politics across three rooms.
An evening exploring the state of democracy worldwide, featuring lectures, debates, workshops and music at Arminius Rotterdam.
Soroptimisten and Arminius jointly host an evening focused on children facing difficult circumstances.
A lecture examining the current state of the Dutch welfare system at Arminius Rotterdam.
Psychiatrist Jim van Os explores the connection between psychological distress and physical health in this talk.
Guitarist Charlie Cunningham plays an intimate evening of acoustic guitar at Arminius.
