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Luther Museum Exhibitions: Exploring Community Life

Plan your visit to see the changing displays on Lutheran history and daily life in Amsterdam.

The Luther Museum, set within historic houses in Amsterdam, regularly presents exhibitions that deepen understanding of the Lutheran community's rich history and daily life. This page outlines the approach to these displays, which often rotate to highlight different aspects of their heritage. You'll find information on what kind of stories and artifacts are typically featured.

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Explore featured exhibitions at Luther Museum, including priority recommendations and high-interest shows to add to your visit plan in Amsterdam.
Watercolor illustration of a church window with diverse portraits and text 'Ons Geloof is Liefde & We Carry Forward' for the Luther Museum Amsterdam.
From Jul 10, 2026

This Lutheran Loves You Exhibition at the Luther Museum Amsterdam

A documentation of queer history and inclusion within the Lutheran community.

Experience personal stories and monumental portrait photography documenting the journey of the Dutch Lutheran queer community. The project highlights the church as a site for early LGBTQIA+ emancipation and multifaceted dialogue.

This Lutheran Loves You
Watercolor illustration of a classical music concert in a church hall, featuring musicians playing strings on stage with a pipe organ and stained glass in the background.
From Jun 13, 2026

Bachweek: Buiten Bach Om Concert with Schubert & Lemereis at Luther Museum

Experience chamber music by the Fantasie Ensemble in a historic setting.

This Bachweek concert at the Luther Museum goes "Beyond Bach," presenting Schubert's magnificent Octet. Enjoy a new, commissioned work by Anne Maartje Lemereis, performed by leading musicians in the museum's church hall.

Bachweek Concert
A watercolor illustration of diverse visitors exploring exhibits at the Luther Museum Amsterdam, with religious artifacts like a chalice, book, and cross on display, during a community event.

Luther Museum Amsterdam Hosts Hemelvaartsdag Community & Heritage Day Event

Experience a unique blend of church service, culture, and heritage exploration.

Join the Luther Museum Amsterdam for its special Ascension Day community and heritage event. Participate in a traditional church service, explore the museum's exhibitions, and witness expert assessments of Lutheran heritage objects. This engaging program offers a rich cultural experience.

Community Day
A watercolor illustration of a community gathering around a table with a covered dish, a dove flying above, and museum exhibits in the background, symbolizing the Vrijheidsmaaltijd event at the Luther Museum.
From May 5, 2026

Vrijheidsmaaltijd: A Community Freedom Meal Event at the Luther Museum

Celebrate with stories, a shared meal, and a cultural program.

Join the Luther Museum on May 5, 2026, for the Vrijheidsmaaltijd, a special Freedom Meal. This event features an inspiring story, a community meal, and a festive cultural program. Free registration is available for all attendees.

Freedom Meal Event
A watercolor painting of a grand piano performance in a dimly lit concert hall, with a pianist playing under soft spotlighting, evoking a classical music concert atmosphere.

Duo Pleyel Concert Zwaanconcert: A Swan-Themed Music Event at Luther Museum

Intimate classical music performance inspired by the 'Onder de Zwaan' exhibition.

Experience Duo Pleyel and talented guest artists perform a captivating repertoire of swan-themed music. This concert provides a unique auditory exploration of the 'Onder de Zwaan' exhibition, offering a different artistic interpretation. Secure your tickets in advance for this special event at the Luther Museum.

Duo Pleyel Concert
A watercolor illustration of a grand piano performance in a historic hall, with a pianist playing before an audience under soft purple lighting.
Mar 22, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026

Duo Pleyel Museum Series: Chamber Music Concerts at Luther Museum Amsterdam

Featuring renowned keyboard duo and emerging young musical talent.

Experience six Sunday afternoon concerts in 2026 at the Luther Museum. The series presents diverse musical journeys from baroque to pop, featuring Duo Pleyel and rising young musicians.

Duo Pleyel Series
Watercolor illustration of a church, open book, scroll, swan, communion cloth, and people in a circle, representing the Duurzaam Luthers Erfgoed project.
Sep 29, 2025 – Dec 31, 2026

Explore the 'Duurzaam Luthers Erfgoed' Project: Sustainable Dutch Lutheran Heritage

Documenting culture, art, and stories across Lutheran communities.

This initiative features a traveling exhibition of a communion cloth by Koen Taselaar and a portrait series by Koos Breukel. Discover workshops on oral history and heritage preservation, plus a unique podcast series. Anticipate the 'Onder de Zwaan' exhibition starting March 2026.

Duurzaam Erfgoed
A watercolor illustration of a museum gallery interior with large windows overlooking Dutch buildings, display cases with books, and a hanging weather vane.
From Oct 28, 2026

Free Thinking: Luther and Erasmus Exhibition at Luther Museum Amsterdam

A historical and contemporary examination of philosophy, debate, and language.

Investigate how the 16th-century exchange between Martin Luther and Erasmus continues to influence discussions on polarization. The collection features rare historical documents alongside modern artistic installations focused on communication.

Free Thinking Exhibition
Current and ongoing exhibitions
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Browse ongoing exhibitions currently available at Luther Museum, including active installations and permanent displays open to visitors in Amsterdam.
Watercolor illustration of a church window with diverse portraits and text 'Ons Geloof is Liefde & We Carry Forward' for the Luther Museum Amsterdam.
From Jul 10, 2026

This Lutheran Loves You Exhibition at the Luther Museum Amsterdam

A documentation of queer history and inclusion within the Lutheran community.

Experience personal stories and monumental portrait photography documenting the journey of the Dutch Lutheran queer community. The project highlights the church as a site for early LGBTQIA+ emancipation and multifaceted dialogue.

This Lutheran Loves You
Watercolor illustration of a classical music concert in a church hall, featuring musicians playing strings on stage with a pipe organ and stained glass in the background.
From Jun 13, 2026

Bachweek: Buiten Bach Om Concert with Schubert & Lemereis at Luther Museum

Experience chamber music by the Fantasie Ensemble in a historic setting.

This Bachweek concert at the Luther Museum goes "Beyond Bach," presenting Schubert's magnificent Octet. Enjoy a new, commissioned work by Anne Maartje Lemereis, performed by leading musicians in the museum's church hall.

Bachweek Concert
A watercolor illustration of diverse visitors exploring exhibits at the Luther Museum Amsterdam, with religious artifacts like a chalice, book, and cross on display, during a community event.

Luther Museum Amsterdam Hosts Hemelvaartsdag Community & Heritage Day Event

Experience a unique blend of church service, culture, and heritage exploration.

Join the Luther Museum Amsterdam for its special Ascension Day community and heritage event. Participate in a traditional church service, explore the museum's exhibitions, and witness expert assessments of Lutheran heritage objects. This engaging program offers a rich cultural experience.

Community Day
A watercolor illustration of a community gathering around a table with a covered dish, a dove flying above, and museum exhibits in the background, symbolizing the Vrijheidsmaaltijd event at the Luther Museum.
From May 5, 2026

Vrijheidsmaaltijd: A Community Freedom Meal Event at the Luther Museum

Celebrate with stories, a shared meal, and a cultural program.

Join the Luther Museum on May 5, 2026, for the Vrijheidsmaaltijd, a special Freedom Meal. This event features an inspiring story, a community meal, and a festive cultural program. Free registration is available for all attendees.

Freedom Meal Event
A watercolor painting of a grand piano performance in a dimly lit concert hall, with a pianist playing under soft spotlighting, evoking a classical music concert atmosphere.

Duo Pleyel Concert Zwaanconcert: A Swan-Themed Music Event at Luther Museum

Intimate classical music performance inspired by the 'Onder de Zwaan' exhibition.

Experience Duo Pleyel and talented guest artists perform a captivating repertoire of swan-themed music. This concert provides a unique auditory exploration of the 'Onder de Zwaan' exhibition, offering a different artistic interpretation. Secure your tickets in advance for this special event at the Luther Museum.

Duo Pleyel Concert
A watercolor illustration of a grand piano performance in a historic hall, with a pianist playing before an audience under soft purple lighting.
Mar 22, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026

Duo Pleyel Museum Series: Chamber Music Concerts at Luther Museum Amsterdam

Featuring renowned keyboard duo and emerging young musical talent.

Experience six Sunday afternoon concerts in 2026 at the Luther Museum. The series presents diverse musical journeys from baroque to pop, featuring Duo Pleyel and rising young musicians.

Duo Pleyel Series
Watercolor illustration of a church, open book, scroll, swan, communion cloth, and people in a circle, representing the Duurzaam Luthers Erfgoed project.
Sep 29, 2025 – Dec 31, 2026

Explore the 'Duurzaam Luthers Erfgoed' Project: Sustainable Dutch Lutheran Heritage

Documenting culture, art, and stories across Lutheran communities.

This initiative features a traveling exhibition of a communion cloth by Koen Taselaar and a portrait series by Koos Breukel. Discover workshops on oral history and heritage preservation, plus a unique podcast series. Anticipate the 'Onder de Zwaan' exhibition starting March 2026.

Duurzaam Erfgoed
Past exhibitions archive
Recently completed shows at Luther Museum
Review past exhibitions from Luther Museum to understand previous themes, curatorial direction, and the museum’s recent program history in Amsterdam.
Ons Geloof is Liefde: Queer History and Lutheran Emancipation Exhibition in Amsterdam
Jul 10, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026

Ons Geloof is Liefde: Queer History and Lutheran Emancipation Exhibition in Amsterdam

Explore personal stories and contemporary portraits at the Luther Museum.

This exhibition at the Luther Museum Amsterdam illuminates the Lutheran church's historical and ongoing support for the LGBTQIA+ community. Through personal accounts and photographic works, it explores themes of identity, acceptance, and pride within a religious context.

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Queer Horizons of Imagination Exhibition at Luther Museum Amsterdam
Jul 10, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026

Queer Horizons of Imagination Exhibition at Luther Museum Amsterdam

Contemporary artists envision an inclusive future through queer futurity.

This exhibition features ten artists exploring queer futurity, challenging accepted truths. Discover a multiplicity of perspectives contributing to a more creative and inclusive society.

View Exhibition
A whimsical watercolor illustration of children and musicians in a museum gallery, with a storyteller in a purple robe leading a musical performance under a banner reading 'Bach's Musical Journey'.
Jun 14, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Bachweek: Bach voor Bengels – Interactive Children's Performance at Luther Museum

Explore classical music and Bach's life in a unique family event.

Join actor Ton Meijer and renowned musicians for an engaging performance celebrating Bach. This show at the Luther Museum lets children experience the magic of classical compositions firsthand. A perfect introduction to music education for families.

Bach voor Bengels
Watercolor illustration of two women in a museum setting, one holding a violin and the other at a keyboard, surrounded by everyday objects and classical instruments, reflecting on themes of masculinity through music and theater.
Jun 12, 2026 – Jun 12, 2026

Discover 'Bachweek: one man show', a Musical Theater Exhibition at Luther Museum

Exploring masculinity through baroque singing and contemporary object theater.

Join soprano Linde Schinkel for 'Bachweek: one man show' at the Luther Museum. This performance integrates musical theater with object theater to delve into themes of masculinity. Experience a unique blend of baroque and electronic music for an engaging evening.

Bachweek Performance
A watercolor illustration of a string orchestra performing with a conductor, set against a backdrop blending Baroque architecture and Balkan motifs, representing the Bachweek: Back to Bach event.
Jun 11, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026

Bachweek: Back to Bach Talent Concert at Luther Museum Amsterdam

Young string players perform classical music with Balkan influences.

Discover "Bachweek: Back to Bach," a special concert featuring gifted young string players alongside professionals. The program blends Bach's timeless compositions with unique Balkan influences, offering an inspiring musical experience.

Bachweek Concert
A watercolor illustration of a classical trio performing in an ornate concert hall, featuring a violinist, pianist, and soprano, part of Bachweek's program highlighting female composers.
Jun 10, 2026 – Jun 10, 2026

Bachweek Concert: Barbara Strozzi, Bach, and Notable Female Composers by Trio Ljøsa

A unique musical dialogue from baroque to contemporary sounds.

This Bachweek concert features Trio Ljøsa presenting 'Barbara Strozzi en Bach,' a celebration of influential female composers. The program skillfully juxtaposes J.S. Bach's compositions with works by figures like Barbara Strozzi and Clara Schumann. It creates a compelling musical dialogue that spans across different centuries and styles.

Concert Details
Watercolor illustration of a church interior with a musical trio performing on stage, including a violinist, cellist, and pianist, with an audience seated in pews under a spotlight.
Jun 8, 2026 – Jun 8, 2026

Experience the Bachweek: Bach voor Believers Concert at Luther Museum

Spiritual reflection and chamber music featuring Trio Ljøsa.

This special Bachweek event at the Luther Museum features Reverend Joost Röselaers' insights into Bach's music. Enjoy performances by Trio Ljøsa, including violin, piano, and soprano. Explore themes of comfort and constancy through profound musical artistry.

Bachweek Concert
A watercolor illustration of a jazz trio performing on a small stage in a museum gallery, with guests mingling and enjoying drinks under soft purple lighting.
May 29, 2026 – May 30, 2026

Avondopenstelling Onder de Zwaan: Special Evening Event at Luther Museum

Featuring live jazz by Henning Luther and an exclusive guided tour.

Attend a unique evening opening at Luther Museum for 'Avondopenstelling Onder de Zwaan'. Enjoy live jazz music, a guided tour, and drinks on May 29-30, 2026. Reservations are mandatory.

Special Evening Event
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