Help paint the Blue Tree in the Genderpark
Join us for a special workshop where we’ll paint a tree blue together and create creative leaves with personal messages of hope. In this way, we’ll raise awareness about mental health and create a lasting gathering place in Eindhoven.
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- Price
- Free
- Location
- Genderpark, Eindhoven
The Blue Tree Project Eindhoven: join us and help paint!
On Saturday, October 10, we’ll be working together on a special work of art in the Genderpark: the Eindhoven Blue Tree. Everyone is welcome to help paint this special tree blue and raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention among young people. The tree—a felled maple from the De Wielewaal Estate—will take on new meaning as a permanent gathering place and symbol of hope. The color blue represents connection, remembrance, and making mental health a topic of open discussion.
During the workshop, you can contribute in two ways:
Painting the tree blue
Under the guidance of the organizers, we’ll work together to paint the tree that’s already set up at its future location in Genderpark.
Create a personal leaf for the tree
Artist Tijs Rooijakkers will lead a creative workshop where you’ll make a wooden or paper leaf. Write a wish, a thought, a message, or draw a picture. These leaves will later be added to the tree and the benches surrounding it.
Practical information
- Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Time: 10.00 – 12.00
- Location: Genderpark Eindhoven, by the grass near the Gendervijver behind the Summa College. View the exact location here on Google Maps.
- Who can participate: all are welcome!
Good to know
- Wear clothing and shoes that can get stained with paint.
- Brushes, paint, wood and protective gear are provided.
- Coffee, tea, and lemonade will be available for all participants.
About The Blue Tree Project
Behind every blue tree lies a story. The Blue Tree Project is an international initiative that raises awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. The blue tree in Genderpark will become a permanent place for gathering, reflection, and connection, where everyone is welcome. The Blue Tree Project Eindhoven originated as a community initiative and is being realized in collaboration with the City of Eindhoven, CKE, Dynamo Jeugdwerk/Lumens, GGD, Montessori College, Summa College, and artist Tijs Rooijakkers.
Read about The Blue Tree Project
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