NEDERLANDS SCHEEPVAARTMUSEUM
2024
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A white stone building on the water, housing one of the world's most important maritime collections in Amsterdam
The Scheepvaartmuseum is housed in the Arsenal, one of the largest buildings of the 16th and 17th centuries, during the Golden Age, built in Amsterdam in 1656 as a warehouse for the Dutch military fleet. This magnificent white stone ensemble, set on the water, houses one of the world's most important maritime collections. It includes globes, paintings and ship models, and regularly organizes original exhibitions on the Netherlands and its strong ties to the sea. We also discover less romantic aspects of this adventurous era. Indeed, as with all former great European powers, the status of the Netherlands as both colonizer and oppressor is the subject of much debate. This is where the East India Company (VOC) shipAmsterdam is moored. This superb three-master, entirely rebuilt by volunteers from a wreck discovered at low tide, occasionally hosts large-scale historical re-enactments. Families will love the semi-virtual exhibition devoted to the Golden Age. Don't forget to visit the sublime royal bark, which sailed the Amsterdam canals until 1962, and which has been on display for some years now in a small pavilion outside. A great place to visit with or without the family, for an insight into the country's history. The audio guide is available in French.
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Opening time and information on NEDERLANDS SCHEEPVAARTMUSEUM
Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. 17.50 €, reduced 8.50 €.
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Nederlands Scheepvaartmuseum is located in the historic Arsenal building, a warehouse of the Royal Dutch Navy, in Amsterdam. Home to one of the world's most important maritime collections, a visit to this site allows you to discover 500 years of Dutch maritime history. Here, you'll discover remarkable paintings, ship models, navigational instruments and nautical charts. The museum also boasts a library containing 60,000 books, some over 500 years old. In addition, a variety of exhibitions are regularly staged to promote the history of the Netherlands and its links with the sea. With its wide range of fun and enriching activities, this museum is also a perfect address for families. You can, for example, take part in the junior audio tour or visit the ship East Indiaman VOC Amsterdam. The museum also has a store and a café-restaurant, with terrace, where you can enjoy cuisine based on local and seasonal products.
Members' reviews on NEDERLANDS SCHEEPVAARTMUSEUM
De verzameling is... eclectisch, niet bepaald samenhangend, niet veel artefacten.
Het voelt niet aan als een museum over scheepsvaart.
Jammer.