RetroFuture

Classic future dreams

Dreams of the future have existed since the beginning of humanity and are timeless. They are about eternal life, the dream of knowing everything and a life lived in paradise. The dreams are an inspiration for artists who will shine a new light on the future with a fascinating collaboration of film, art and design. With work by Studio Drift, Maison de Faux & Esmay Wagemans, Driessens & Verstappen, Audrey Large, Tabita Rezaire, Michael Mandiberg and Studio Smack.

From dream to reality

Today, many dreams have become a reality. Da Vinci fantasized of flying in the 15th century, which became a reality at the beginning of the 20th century. In the past communicating through a screen was science fiction, now our digital lives have become a habit and a necessity. In RetroFuture, the visitor travels through ten tunnels full of fiction and facts that have shaped our future. All 3000 m2 of the Evoluon has been trans- formed, across the four rings of the renowned building for the RetroFuture exhibition.

Look into the future

What about tomorrow’s future? Ten ideas about contemporary topics are displayed in a fairground area. Find the Microbial Vending Machine by Emma van der Leest, a converted snack machine where instead of croquettes (the iconic Dutch fast-food snack) you will find products made from algae and enzymes. Take your chances in the slot machine and see where the future of money lies. Visit a haunted house and encounter a collage of frightening things that you hope will remain a nightmare. Step into our VR Time Machine that takes you millions of years ahead into a distant future.