The Fenix Museum of Migration opens in Rotterdam on May 16, housed in a former warehouse transformed by MAD Architects into a dramatic space centered on a double-helix staircase called the Tornado. The museum explores migration through art, with a major exhibition titled *All Directions* featuring over 100 artists, a photography show *The Family of Migrants*, and a maze built from 2,000 suitcases. Director Anne Kremers and foundation director Wim Pijbes emphasize the museum's role in telling stories of both departure and arrival in a city shaped by centuries of global movement.
This museum matters because it addresses the politically charged topic of migration through a community-focused, artistic lens in Rotterdam—a port city with over 170 nationalities. By repurposing a derelict warehouse and involving local groups in programming, Fenix exemplifies a model of cultural revitalization that counters divisive narratives. It also highlights how art institutions can reclaim urban history and foster dialogue about identity and belonging in diverse societies.