A talk by Binna Choi, presented by de Appel and Casco Art Institute, followed by a conversation between Binna Choi, Gabi Ngcobo, and Yazan Khalili.
28 August, 20:00–22:00 / de Appel, Amsterdam
For the full event text and how to access, please visit de Appel’s website
Over the last three decades, large-scale and perennial contemporary art events like biennials and triennials have not only burgeoned but also established themselves as key institutions in the art world, embodying the aspirations of various local communities and demanding significant resources. The Hawaii Triennial, rebranded in 2022 from the Honolulu Biennial (established in 2017), exemplifies this trend, now expanding across the archipelago for its fourth iteration in 2025, titled ALOHA NO. Our former director and cooperative team member, Binna Choi, will explore how the Triennial navigates Hawaii’s complex history, anti-colonial struggles, and the true meaning of “aloha,” challenging its commodified image and advocating for a deeper understanding of love, resistance, and decolonization.
Image description: a moment during the Free Palestine Solidarity March for Peace 2024, 28 January 2024, Honolulu, Oahu, photo by Binna Choi.
