Embassy of the Free Mind

29/01/2025

🧠 Explore CG Jung's foundational work on psychological types. Understand the concepts of extraversion & introversion and the four functions of consciousness (thinking, feeling, sensation, intuition).

👨‍🏫 James Johnston, a leading expert in Jungian psychology, will provide insightful commentary on these core concepts.

Learn more about this lecture via the link in the bio! 🔗

24/01/2025

Today is international education day! 📚✨

Our building, The House with the Heads has been deeply connected with education since it used to be the home of Humanist Jan Amos Comenius, the “father of modern education”.

The owner of our building offered him a safe haven to write and print is books in Amsterdam. In the 17th century, Comenius produced some of his most famous works on the importance of education for all during his time here.

23/01/2025

Delve into the depths of your soul with the wisdom of the iChing. Explore Mountain/Kén ⛰️ & Well/Ching 💧 and discover the path to your true self.

🔍 The speaker Qi ZHang, bridge between East & West, will guide you on this reflective journey.

📖 This is the 4th webinar on the Soul’s Journey in Art and Text series, hosted by Dr. Barbara Miller.

Interested? Learn more via the link in our bio! 🔗

16/01/2025

Today is Freedom of Religion Day! 🌍 Check out one of the earliest Latin Qurans ever printed: ‘Alcoran’ by Johannes Oporinus (1543).

The book was marked ‘liber prohibitus’ (prohibited book) by an early owner and includes a preface by Martin Luther. This piece reflects the spirit of our library, a haven for forbidden books and persecuted thinkers that shows the importance of intellectual and religious freedom.📚

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15/01/2025

Last Friday we had a New Year’s Toast, looking forward to 2025 together with our dear donors, friends, colleagues and volunteers.🥂❤️. Do you want to join our community of freethinkers and get invited for our member events? Check our website!

10/01/2025

🌌 Discover the magic of fairy tales with Barbara Helen Miller, PhD! Explore how these timeless stories reflect our inner journeys and offer guidance through themes of Calling, Redemption, and Return. 🧚🏼

🗓️ Monthly on the third Saturday

🕑 14:00 - 16:30

📍 Keizersgracht 123, Comenius Room, 2nd Floor

🎟️ €10 excl. admission; Museumkaart/I amsterdam City Card/ICOM/Stadspas valid.

For tickets and info check the link in our bio ✨

01/01/2025

Happy new year! Cheers to a year of inspiration, connection, wisdom and free thinking! 🥂 We want to thank everyone for being part of our journey. We can’t wait for all the wonderful things that 2025 will bring you and us! 🎉

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from the Embassy of the Free Mind! 🎄
We wish you a season filled with wonder and wisdom 🌟

23/12/2024

Step into a world of timeless wisdom with our exclusive rare book tours! ✨

Choose from a range of immersive tours, from exploring the depths of the BPH collection to uncovering treasures related to Hermetic Philosophy, Alchemy, Kabbalah, Rosicrucians, Freemasonry, Magic, and more. 📚🔮

Our expert researchers will guide you through ancient texts from the 15th-19th centuries—offering a truly unique experience!

📍 Available on museum open days or by request for private groups. 🔗 Learn more via the link in our bio!

13/12/2024

Meet Carlos Gilly, P.h.D. 🎓
As a historian and scholar, Dr. Carlos Gilly has dedicated his life to uncovering the rich history of free thought, Hermeticism, and early modern intellectual movements. His research illuminates the brave thinkers who shaped the pursuit of knowledge and freedom.

Carlos has been closely connected with the Embassy of the Free Mind for many years. We are proud of our most recent partnership with him for Les fronteres del coneixement (The Frontiers of Knowledge) exhibition at Biblioteca Pública Arús .arus

🎥 Follow the exhibition journey on Biblioteca Pública Arús’ YouTube
📅 Oct 15, 2024 - Jan 10, 2025
🌐 Subscribe to our newsletter for the full story—link in bio!

08/12/2024

We’re thrilled to announce our participation in Les Fronteres del Coneixement (The Frontiers of Knowledge) exhibition at Biblioteca Pública Arús, Barcelona, from October 15, 2024, to January 10, 2025.

For the first time, the Bibliotheca Philosophica Hermetica (BPH) collection will be showcased in Spain, featuring rare books (15th–18th centuries) where science, alchemy, magic, and hermeticism converge. This milestone honors the legacy of Dr. Carlos Gilly and his groundbreaking research into these profound works. This exhibition not only underscores the importance of intellectual freedom but also fosters a deeper understanding of the cultural and intellectual movements that have shaped our world.

Are you following along for this journey?

📅 Oct 15, 2024 - Jan 10, 2025
🎥 Follow the journey on Biblioteca Pública Arús’ YouTube

07/12/2024

Join us for an insightful webinar on "Beowulf and Archetypal Evil" through Jungian psychology.

🔍 Dr. Maria Kardaun explores the ancient hero's battle with monsters, the evolution of evil, and how these themes connect to modern ideas of the psyche.

📖 This is the third webinar on the Soul’s Journey in Art and Text series, hosted by Dr. Barbara Miller.

Interested? Learn more and buy your ticket via the link in our bio! 🔗

06/12/2024

This Sunday @ Embassy of the Free Mind :)

Embrace the festive spirit this Sunday at our cozy Yule Market! ❄️ Warm up with a hot glühwein and enjoy the gezelligheid.

✨ Exclusive Fashion: Don’t miss our limited-edition Scotch & Soda collection! Catch a pop-up fashion show and discover the story behind the designs. Every purchase comes with a free notebook to inspire your 2025 goals.

🔮 Curious about your future? Book a personal Tarot reading with Safa ().

Come for the vibes, stay for the magic. We can’t wait to see you! ✨

06/12/2024

Embrace the festive spirit this Sunday at our cozy Yule Market! ❄️ Warm up with a hot glühwein and enjoy the gezelligheid.

✨ Exclusive Fashion: Don’t miss our limited-edition Scotch & Soda collection! Catch a pop-up fashion show and discover the story behind the designs. Every purchase comes with a free notebook to inspire your 2025 goals.

🔮 Curious about your future? Book a personal Tarot reading with Safa ().

Come for the vibes, stay for the magic. We can’t wait to see you! ✨

29/11/2024

🌿 We’re saying NO to Black Friday and YES to Green Friday! 🌿
This November 29th, we stand against overconsumption and support a greener planet. Instead of offering discounts, we’re contributing to a sustainable future. We encourage everyone to join us in this effort to make a difference! Tell us, how do you want to contribute? 🌳✨

27/11/2024

Onze curator brengt de schatten van de BPH-boekencollectie tot leven via haar essays in het Hollands Maandblad. Elk stuk belicht een auteur, idee of boek en hun relevantie voor de wereld van vandaag. ze heeft bijvoorbeeld artikelen gepubliceerd over spirituele alchemie en zelfkennis zoals beschreven in het Corpus Hermeticum, en androgynie in het denken van Jabob Böhme en andere filosofen. 🌍💡

23/11/2024

Save the date! Join us for the Festive Yule Market 🎁

✨ Discover exclusive gifts from the Scotch & Soda collection, enjoy a free book with every purchase, and warm up with hot Glühwein. Don’t miss our exclusive fashion show and Tarot readings by Safa.

Shop, sip, and soak in the cozy atmosphere at EFM this holiday season. We can’t wait to welcome you! More info coming soon.

📍 EFM, December 8 & 14, 12:00 - 17:00

08/11/2024

Last saturday we opened our doors during Museumnacht. It was a great success! our guests enjoyed themselves with tours, tarot readings 🔮, alchemical cocktails 🍸🧙‍♀️ and went wild on the dancefloor in the Grote Sael thanks to our Dj 💃🪩 🎶. What was your highlight of the evening? let us know!
Thanks to our volunteers and everyone who joined us to create this magical night 🪄 ❤️