Jakarta, June 20, 2025 — To celebrate Jakarta's 498th anniversary, 2Madison Gallery presents a meaningful art exhibition titled "Cerita Kita di Jakarta (Our Stories in Jakarta)." It runs from June 19 to July 27, 2025, at 2Madison Gallery in Kemang.
Documentation of Cerita Kita di Jakarta Exhibition by 2Madison
The title of this exhibition was chosen because Jakarta is more than just a city, but a living space that holds thousands of interconnected stories. Tales of hope, struggle, and love grow on every street corner. This exhibition honors Jakarta as a vibrant center of culture, history, and urban life. In this exhibition, the artists present works that depict the richness of Betawi culture and the dynamics of Jakarta's life.
Celebrating Jakarta Through Batik and Ceramics
One of the main highlights of this exhibition is the work of Mrs. Siti Laela, a preserver of Betawi batik from Terogong. She has been pursuing the art of batik since 2012. Starting from concern about the fading of batik culture among the Betawi community, she founded Batik Betawi Terogong as an effort to preserve cultural heritage. For Mrs. Siti Laela, batik is not just an art, but a manifestation of love and commitment to Betawi culture so that it remains alive and widely known. The collection of hand-drawn and stamped batik that she presents showcases the richness of local motifs such as ondel-ondel and typical Jakarta flora. In addition to being able to enjoy, these batik works are also available for visitors to own.
Documentation of Cerita Kita di Jakarta Exhibition by 2Madison
No less interesting, the TanahLiat 9 group is a Jakarta-based ceramic artist group consisting of Antin Sambodo, Evy Yonathan, Lisa Sumardi, Martha Susanti, and Yetty V. Tamsil. Presenting decorative and functional ceramic works. Using clay as the medium, they explore elements of Betawi culture and Jakartan life in a contemporary style, bridging past heritage with contemporary realities.
Documentation of Cerita Kita di Jakarta Exhibition by 2Madison
Exclusive Workshop: Batik Making with Mrs. Siti Laela
As part of the series of events, a batik workshop with Ms. Siti Laela will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM WIB at 2Madison Gallery, Kemang (2nd floor). In this session, participants will learn basic batik techniques and have the opportunity to take home a piece of work that can be perfected in Ms. Siti's workshop. This is an educational and culturally rich experience not to be missed.
The Atmosphere of Old Jakarta in Every Corner of the Gallery
During the exhibition, 2Madison Gallery is transformed into a thematic space that recreates Jakarta's distinctive atmosphere. On the second floor, visitors are greeted by Betawi terraced houses, antique bicycles, and coconut blossom decorations, creating an immersive and nostalgic atmosphere.
Documentation of Cerita Kita di Jakarta Exhibition by 2Madison
Meanwhile, on the third floor, a collective exhibition of paintings by various artists is being held. This includes works by Rudy Mardijanto, which highlight the theme of Indonesian women, as well as an exclusive batik collection by Mrs. Siti Laela. All of these works were produced specifically for the exhibition and are available for purchase at prices ranging from Rp 100,000 to Rp 12,000,000.
Documentation of Cerita Kita di Jakarta Exhibition by 2Madison
A Taste of Jakarta at 2Madison Art Cafe
This artistic experience is further enhanced by the presence of authentic Betawi culinary delights from 2Madison Art Cafe. Special menus like the Best Betawi Platter (for 3–4 people) feature authentic dishes like soto Betawi, semur (steamed beef), honey-grilled chicken, and apple cinnamon vanilla ice cream. Also included are traditional beer pletok and a variety of Betawi cakes such as putu mayang, kue unti (unti cake), lemper, and ongol-ongol (sweetened coconut milk).
"Cerita Kita di Jakarta (Our Stories in Jakarta)" is not just an exhibition, but an invitation to rediscover the city's identity through art, culture, and taste. This exhibition invites the public to see Jakarta from a more intimate perspective, filled with memories, hopes, and the love that grows in every corner.
Exhibition Information:
- Location: 2Madison Gallery, Kemang
- Date: June 19 – July 27, 2025
- Operating Hours: 09.00 – 18.00 WIB
- Open to the public
Information & Contact:
- Instagram: @2madison_gallery and @space_jakarta
- Website: 2madison.com | spacejakarta.com
- WhatsApp: +62 818-661-918
