Bet van Beeren

zij/haar

1902 – 1967

Cafe t Mandje Stadsarchief Amsterdam Martin Alberts

Bet van Beeren Stadsarchief Martin Alberts

Cafe Stadsarchief Amsterdam Martin Alberts

In early 20th-century, the Amsterdam café ’t Mandje under Bet van Beeren, “the Queen of the Zeedijk,” grew into a sanctuary where everyone was welcome and could be themselves and express their love. Her eccentric and caring character was iconic for the rebellious and colorful character of Amsterdam.