Keep up-to-date with all the happenings at Wereldmuseum Amsterdam. This page provides the latest news, announcements, and insights into new exhibitions exploring global cultures and contemporary narratives. Plan your visit around the most recent updates and changes.
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam is preparing a major exhibition on the global disco phenomenon, set to open in autumn 2026. The museum is inviting the public to contribute by sharing their personal disco souvenirs and stories, from iconic fashion to nightclub memorabilia, to help bring this vibrant culture to life.
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam has appointed Laura Osorio Sunnucks as its new Head of Research and Collections, starting October 13. In her new role, she will focus on enhancing the museum's research initiatives and collection policies, while also joining the museum's management team. Her extensive experience in museum heritage, particularly in community engagement and collection provenance, will be instrumental.
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam has announced Laura Osorio Sunnucks as its new Head of Research and Collections, starting October 13. In her role, she will enhance the museum's research efforts and collection policy, emphasizing community engagement, provenance research, and a critical perspective on the colonial past. She joins the management team, bringing over 15 years of experience in the heritage sector.
This week marks the official return of 119 Benin Bronzes from Dutch collections, including the Wereldmuseum Amsterdam, to Nigeria. This significant act of restitution acknowledges the looting of these artifacts during the 1897 British attack on Benin City and strengthens cultural ties between the two nations.
Visitors planning to go to Wereldmuseum Amsterdam or other associated museums in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, or Leiden in late June should be aware of significant road closures. These disruptions are due to the Op de Ring festival and the NATO summit, potentially affecting travel by car, and making public transport or alternative methods preferable.
The Wereldmuseum Amsterdam has launched a new gift card, offering a flexible way to share the museum's diverse cultural experiences. Valid at both the Amsterdam and Leiden locations, the card can be used for exhibitions, various activities, and purchases in the museum shop or café, providing a unique and inspiring gift.
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam has released a formal statement addressing the human suffering in Gaza, calling for a ceasefire and the release of all hostages. The museum reiterates its core mission to contribute to a more just and equitable society, highlighting ongoing public programs like 'Imagine Peace' which foster dialogue on critical global issues.
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam has appointed Laura Osorio Sunnucks as its new Head of Research and Collections, starting October 13. In her new role, she will focus on enhancing the museum's research initiatives and collection policies, while also joining the museum's management team. Her extensive experience in museum heritage, particularly in community engagement and collection provenance, will be instrumental.
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam has announced Laura Osorio Sunnucks as its new Head of Research and Collections, starting October 13. In her role, she will enhance the museum's research efforts and collection policy, emphasizing community engagement, provenance research, and a critical perspective on the colonial past. She joins the management team, bringing over 15 years of experience in the heritage sector.
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam has appointed Laura Osorio Sunnucks as its new Head of Research and Collections, starting October 13. In her new role, she will focus on enhancing the museum's research initiatives and collection policies, while also joining the museum's management team. Her extensive experience in museum heritage, particularly in community engagement and collection provenance, will be instrumental.
Wereldmuseum Amsterdam has announced Laura Osorio Sunnucks as its new Head of Research and Collections, starting October 13. In her role, she will enhance the museum's research efforts and collection policy, emphasizing community engagement, provenance research, and a critical perspective on the colonial past. She joins the management team, bringing over 15 years of experience in the heritage sector.
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