Behind the Walls. Sundholm Then and Now
Do you know the story of Copenhagen’s old institution for the destitute and socially marginalized? In the early 20th century, a self-sufficient facility - completely cut off from the outside world - was established behind a 16-meter-wide moat. Here, vulnerable citizens lived in strict isolation, subjected to a regime of control, routine, and discipline.
During Culture Night, you can experience the Sundholm of the past - as well as the Sundholm of today, which remains a home for vulnerable Copenhageners while simultaneously blossoming with new urban spaces, communities, art, and culture. Through theater, storytelling, exhibitions and Bybi’s magical honey factory, you will gain insight into a part of Copenhagen that you might not yet know.
Address
Sundholmsvej 8,
2300 København S
https://sundholm8.dk/
Time
18:00 - 00:00
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Taste Earl of Rumford’s famous “Rumford Soup”
Stop by and taste the famous “Rumford soup”. The soup was developed around 1800 by the Earl of Rumford to provide nourishment for the poor, soldiers, and prisoners. Ingredients include pearl barley, dried peas, potatoes, salt, and beer and was a popular dish served to inmates at Sundholm. (First come, first served).
“Sundholm’s Past” / GLiMT AMAGER
Only in Danish.
Exhibition by artist Mikkel Bundgaard Pedersen
Many artifacts from the Sundholm of the past are currently in storage at the Museum of Social Welfare in Svendborg. For Culture Night, we are bringing them into the spotlight as DDRN (Danish Development Research Network) invites artist Mikkel Bundgaard Pedersen to exhibit graphic representations of selected objects in the old machine hall.
Live reading by actor Jesper Lohmann
Only in Danish
Exhibition by artist Tom Hudson-Davies
FABRIKKEN for Kunst og Design is located at Sundholm, where Tom Hudson-Davies has his studio. Through his daily presence, Tom has become fascinated by the area and its history, and explored and portrayed its surroundings, buildings and people through painting. On Culture Night, you will get a chance to meet Tom and experience the Sundholm artworks.
“Tell the Bees” in Bybi’s magical honey temple
In the past, Europeans regarded bees as family. People would tell the bees about major events, believing they would bring good fortune and protection. For Culture Night, we are bringing back the tradition. You are invited to tell the bees about a person, a relationship, or a being that is important to you. As a reward, you will get a jar of honey