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Amsterdam in Motion: Explore the City's History Through a Spectacular Multimedia Exhibition

Journey through Amsterdam's transformation from a small village to a global metropolis with unique interactive installations.

"Amsterdam in Motion" at Cultuurpark Westergas offers an immersive journey through the city's remarkable past, present, and future. Explore how Amsterdam evolved from a riverside settlement into a vibrant international hub, delving into themes like housing and migration. The exhibition's centerpiece is a spectacular 200-square-meter multimedia model showcasing 30,500 buildings, bringing the city's dynamic narrative to life.

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Exhibition summary

Amsterdam in Motion is a museal experience curated by the Amsterdam Museum, showcasing the city's history through a spectacular multimedia model. Visitors can explore Amsterdam's development from a small village to a dynamic global city via interactive installations and a 200m2 model featuring 30,500 hand-placed buildings.

Curatorial context

Curated by the Amsterdam Museum, 'Amsterdam in Motion' offers visitors an immersive journey through the city's past, present, and future. At its heart is a spectacular, 200-square-meter multimedia model, billed as the world's largest of a city, developed with advanced 3D printing and artisanal craftsmanship. This detailed model features 30,500 individually placed buildings, bringing Amsterdam's urban evolution to life. The exhibition extends beyond the model with interactive installations that delve into various themes central to Amsterdam, such as housing, migration, and nature. Visitors are invited to explore the city's dynamic narrative, from its origins as a small settlement on the Amstel river to its current status as a vibrant international hub. The experience encourages a deeper engagement with the city, allowing visitors to see Amsterdam in a new light through its dynamic story.

Admission and ticket notes

The exhibition is located at Cultuurpark Westergas and has specific opening hours. Visitors are directed to the official Amsterdam in Motion website for further details and potentially booking information.

Amsterdam in Motion key exhibition facts

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Venue
Museum Willet Holthuysen
Current status
Permanent collection
Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
Artist line / attribution
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