The exhibitions of the National Maritime Museum are diverse and for all ages. Interactive exhibitions for children, historical facts for the maritime lover, art objects for the lover of culture and wonderful stories about maritime history for young and old.
west wing
north wing
republic at sea
Republic at Sea tells the remarkable story of the Netherlands as a a maritime nation in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.
dare to discover | a VR journey
Because of the increased hygiene measures, the museum currently does not offer the use of the VR journey.
the Royal Barge
take a close look at this royal icon at The National Maritime Museum
East Indiaman Amsterdam
Step back into the time of the travels of the famous Dutch East India Company. Because of the increased hygiene measures, the East Indiaman is partially closed.
port 24/7
the port of Amsterdam from a bird's eye perspective
free audio tour
Discover the stories behind the finest objects in our collection in only 60 minutes with our free audio tour.
east wing
rising tide
Rising Tide serves as a wake-up call that shows that climate change is an unstoppable force that can only be slowed down.
maps & marvels
Maps & Marvels shows how Dutch seafarers in the seventeenth century found their way at sea, and how these voyages defined the European world view
the yacht models
a sailing race between old and new yacht models
the navigational instruments
navigate your way through the stars
the ship decorations
a fascinating look at the varied and colourful beauty of ship decorations and the craftsmanship behind them
the photoalbums
The photo albums show a beautiful and personal picture of sea travel and exotic destinations. They are a document of what life was like in those days.
expected
angels of the sea - Stephan Vanfleteren
From early October 2020 until April 5 2021, The National Maritime Museum and The Dutch National Portrait Gallery show 'Angels of the Sea, a touching portrait exhibition by Stephan Vanfleteren.
I love Banda - Isabelle Boon
The Banda islands are inextricably linked to the maritime history of the Netherlands. Starting from the question of how the turbulent past influences the present and future, Isabelle Boon photographed the youth of the islands.
expected: Willem van de Velde, father and son
Willem van de Velde the Elder and his son Willem van de Velde the Younger were leaders in seventeenth-century marine painting and inspired many generations of painters after them. In 2020, the Maritime Museum will show the Van de Veldes to the public.
