“No Return Ticket” Exhibition Opens at Under the Swahili Tree — A Journey Through Memory, Migration, and Meaning

Nairobi, Kenya — May 13, 2025 — Under the Swahili Tree, Nairobi’s intimate and thought-provoking creative space, proudly presents “No Return Ticket”, a deeply resonant art exhibition opening on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM, and running through June 15, 2025.

Titled as a metaphor for the irreversible nature of migration—both physical and emotional—“No Return Ticket” explores the complexities of movement, displacement, and the search for belonging. Through a collection of multidisciplinary works, the exhibition invites viewers to consider what is lost, found, and forever changed when one crosses a boundary with no promise of return.

Curated in the spirit of reflective storytelling and visual intimacy, the exhibition brings together both emerging and established East African artists whose works span painting, sculpture, photography, and installation. Each piece acts as a visual journal entry—some documenting personal journeys, others reimagining historical and ancestral narratives that continue to shape today’s cultural identity.

The title “No Return Ticket” speaks not only to geographical exile, but also to emotional passage—to moments when life offers no way back, only forward. Themes of diaspora, memory, resilience, and transformation flow throughout the exhibit, allowing audiences to engage with migration not just as a political issue, but as a deeply human experience.

Set in the serene and atmospheric setting of Under the Swahili Tree, the exhibition provides an immersive and contemplative environment, perfectly suited for the gravity and grace of the works on display. Whether you are an art lover, a curious wanderer, or a seeker of stories, this is an exhibition that will speak to your journey.

Entry is free, but reservations are encouraged for guided viewings and group visits. Join us beneath the Swahili tree, where art, memory, and migration meet with no return ticket.

Event Details

Under the Swahili Tree
No Return Ticket

Thursday, May 15, 2025
@ Under the Swahili Tree

Opening Hours: From 9:00 AM

Reservations & Enquiries: 0110 509 778