Welcome to the ABC Treehouse in Amsterdam

remember that childhood treehouse?

You mainly went up there to be with your friends, away from your parents. Climbing the ladder into the tree, you could stand there and look out beyond the leaves to see the world and the state it was in. Together with your pals you could plan to save it, change it or forget it. It was a refuge, it was a launch pad. It was a place where you could express yourself.

The ABC Treehouse presents artistic, literary, and political projects which nurture dialogue and cooperation within the Dutch and multicultural community. It is supported by The American Book Center, one of the largest sources of American (and British) language books on continental Europe.

Feed the roots of your being and explore the core of your creativity.


first 3 upcoming events:


Harald Seiwert, a Retrospective
Feb 12, 2010   Exhibitions
Artist Harald Seiwert has been working digitally since the first days of "Bryce" (3D software) in 1995, challenging the then-held conceit that ‘computer art’ wasn’t art at all. Through his work, and the work of other artists like him, the keyboard and mouse are now accepted as legitimate tools alongside the traditional brush or pen. In this retrospective, we are offered a tour through this multi-sided artist’s personal favorites, representing the broad spectrum of his work.
Festive Opening on 14 February, 4PM-6PM.
time: 13:00 to 18:00


­The Amsterdam Writing Workshops Presents: The Craft of Copywriting
Feb 13, 2010   Courses
In this two-day workshop, you’ll learn a practical approach to writing brochures, articles, websites, and more. Open to beginning and advanced writers; non-native English speakers welcome.
time: 13:00 to 17:00
cost: € 200


Celebrate Art at the ABC Treehouse
Feb 14, 2010   Events
With the festive opening of our first exhibition of 2010 - a solo exhibit celebrating the work of Harald Seiwert - the ABC Treehouse also marks over 10 years of service to the Dutch and international communities in the Netherlands. Join with us on Valentine's Day, while we celebrate our love for art, music, lively discussion - and all things bookish!
time: 16:00 to 18:00


Next Exhibition:

Harald Seiwert, a Retrospective

Friday Saturday Sunday
13:00 to 18:00
Next Exhibition:

Chantz Perkins - "50/50" Solo exhibition of stone and bronze sculptures.

Friday Saturday Sunday
13:00 to 18:00




Special Focus:

The Yoga Community

Based on the practice of twelve basic yoga postures as well as sun-salutations, breathing exercises, and meditation.
more info...




Special Focus:
The American Book Center
Just a two-minute walk from the Treehouse! Drop in for a large selection of Books, Magazines, Games... www.abc.nl