OsoToriOso is a mobile heritage and storytelling project in Suriname and the Netherlands, focused on the Surinamese osos: wooden houses built during and after slavery by African-descendant carpenters who had gained their freedom. In OsoToriOso, each house carries stories from the Surinamese diaspora and, through encounters, workshops, and intergenerational exchange, grows into a living archive of memory and imagination.
In this workshop for community arts professionals, the project’s initiators share the broader context and methodology behind OsoToriOso. They explore how stories are collected, translated into physical spaces and shared time, and how a socially engaged art project like this can contribute to redefining history. This workshop offers insight into working with tangible heritage, diaspora communities, and younger generations, providing inspiration for anyone working with personal stories and historical narratives.
Stichting Under the Blue Surface | Workshop for makers | Suriname & Netherlands