Welcome to the news page for the National Maritime Museum (Scheepvaartmuseum) in Amsterdam. Here you'll find the latest information on new exhibits, special announcements, and updates concerning Dutch seafaring history and its collection of historic vessels. We aim to keep you informed about what's happening at this fascinating maritime institution. For the most current details on specific events or changes, please always refer to the museum's official website.
The National Maritime Museum has partnered with Dutch fashion brand MARTAN to launch an exclusive limited edition collection. Inspired by the museum's extensive archives, the collection features unique designs reflecting historical maritime art and stories. This collaboration celebrates the upcoming Oceanista – Fashion & Sea exhibition.
From January 23 to January 31, 2025, visitors can enjoy a €1 discount on regular admission tickets to the National Maritime Museum when purchased online. This special offer makes planning a visit to explore Dutch seafaring history more affordable by automatically applying the saving to valid online purchases.
The National Maritime Museum's 'Shadows on the Atlantic' exhibition, which explores significant maritime history, was temporarily closed for maintenance. Visitors can now plan to experience the exhibition again as it officially reopens on Saturday, January 11. Guidance is available for those who purchased tickets for the closure period.
The National Maritime Museum's popular 'Doris the Diver' exhibition, designed for its youngest visitors, will be temporarily closed for essential maintenance from Wednesday, December 4th, to Friday, December 6th. The work ensures the magical underwater world is in perfect condition and ready to reopen on Saturday, December 7th, just before the Christmas holidays.
The National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam has announced the appointment of Rapti Miedema as its new Head of Audiences. Bringing over two decades of experience from the cultural sector, Miedema will focus on developing innovative programs and strategies to engage a diverse visitor base and expand the museum's reach.
The National Maritime Museum's restaurant and museum shop will be closed starting May 11 for renovations, with an anticipated reopening on July 8. During this period, visitors can access a temporary catering point for refreshments and a pop-up store for souvenirs, ensuring essential services remain available.
The National Maritime Museum's VOC ship, an iconic replica of an 18th-century East Indiaman, will be temporarily inaccessible to visitors in March 2024. This closure is for essential maintenance and repair of its bowsprit, identified as being in poor condition during recent inspections. The museum expects the ship to return to its pier and reopen to the public by March 21, 2024.
The National Maritime Museum (Scheepvaartmuseum) has updated its admission fees for 2024, introducing free entry for all children aged 12 and under. This change aims to encourage more young visitors and their families to explore the museum. Additionally, the adult admission fee has been adjusted.
The National Maritime Museum has partnered with Dutch fashion brand MARTAN to launch an exclusive limited edition collection. Inspired by the museum's extensive archives, the collection features unique designs reflecting historical maritime art and stories. This collaboration celebrates the upcoming Oceanista – Fashion & Sea exhibition.
The National Maritime Museum's 'Shadows on the Atlantic' exhibition, which explores significant maritime history, was temporarily closed for maintenance. Visitors can now plan to experience the exhibition again as it officially reopens on Saturday, January 11. Guidance is available for those who purchased tickets for the closure period.
The National Maritime Museum's popular 'Doris the Diver' exhibition, designed for its youngest visitors, will be temporarily closed for essential maintenance from Wednesday, December 4th, to Friday, December 6th. The work ensures the magical underwater world is in perfect condition and ready to reopen on Saturday, December 7th, just before the Christmas holidays.
From January 23 to January 31, 2025, visitors can enjoy a €1 discount on regular admission tickets to the National Maritime Museum when purchased online. This special offer makes planning a visit to explore Dutch seafaring history more affordable by automatically applying the saving to valid online purchases.
The National Maritime Museum's VOC ship, an iconic replica of an 18th-century East Indiaman, will be temporarily inaccessible to visitors in March 2024. This closure is for essential maintenance and repair of its bowsprit, identified as being in poor condition during recent inspections. The museum expects the ship to return to its pier and reopen to the public by March 21, 2024.
The National Maritime Museum (Scheepvaartmuseum) has updated its admission fees for 2024, introducing free entry for all children aged 12 and under. This change aims to encourage more young visitors and their families to explore the museum. Additionally, the adult admission fee has been adjusted.
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