ABCxJAI: Two great flavors that go better together.

The John Adams and the American Book Center have joined forces this year, and we have big plans for the future—which we want to share with as many people as we can. That’s why we’re launching an ambitious membership drive with one clear goal: to double the size of both our communities!

By becoming a member, you’ll help us take both organizations to the next level: expanding our reach, supporting more inspiring events, and continuing to bring even more thought-provoking voices to our stages and bookshelves. Are you in?

The John Adams Institute connects Dutch audiences with leading Americans in literature, journalism, politics, science, and more through events exploring U.S. culture and ideas. Their fall line-up includes Nate Silver, Nikole-Hannah Jones, and Daniel Kraus, and past speakers have included Timothy Snyder, Russell Shorto, and Tim Walz. As a John Adams member, you’ll enjoy:

  • Discounted tickets to all John Adams events
  • A free ABC Booklover Card valid through December 2026 (normally €8 per year, upon presentation of your John Adams membership confirmation at an ABC store)
  • An invitation to the annual Season Opener each September
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Membership valid through December 2026 – if you join today that means the rest of 2025 for free! Sign up here.

Everyone who joins will also be invited to celebrate with us on 10 December at our first ever exclusive after-hours shopping & community event at the ABC in Amsterdam.

You’ll find us, the American Book Center, at every John Adams event, taking care of all book sales. In case you are new to this blog: we are a family-owned, independent, English-language bookstore known for our wide selection of books, creative atmosphere, and community events. Our ABC Booklover Card offers some great benefits!

  • 10% off all purchases in-store, online, and at events
  • 20% off on everything in-store on U.S. Thanksgiving Day (27 November this year)
  • Three ABCs to shop at, in Amsterdam, The Hague, and Leidschendam, as well as online at abc.nl

  • Booklover Card holders also have their own discounted ticket category for all John Adams events
  • Booklover Cards can be bought at any cash register in the store, or with any online order

Already part of the JAI community? You are also eligible for the free ABC Booklover Card! Bring your John Adams membership confirmation to an ABC store to get your card (valid through December 2026).

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