
Things That Matter
An exhibition exploring personal objects that speak to migration, identity, and belonging at the Wereldmuseum Amsterdam.
1227 events for the next 18 months

An exhibition exploring personal objects that speak to migration, identity, and belonging at the Wereldmuseum Amsterdam.

Exhibition exploring ceramics from different periods and regions, tracing how artistic traditions, knowledge and taste travelled between east and west.

Interactive programme at the Van Gogh Museum designed for blind and visually impaired visitors, experienced alongside sighted companions or guides.

Exhibition examining how colonialism shaped the modern world, featuring stories of resistance, survival, and personal agency.

A guided tour of the Van Gogh Museum tailored for seniors, offering a relaxed pace, deeper insights into Van Gogh's life and art, and the chance to connect with fellow visitors.

Museum Natura Docet presents 'Extraordinary Creatures' - animals with striking and unusual features you don't see every day.

Interactive exhibition for children exploring the future, with hands-on activities and creative making opportunities.

An immersive experience that transports you to the wreck of the frigate Huis te Warmelo, 60 metres down on the North Sea floor.

A comprehensive exhibition of Anton Pieck's work spanning nostalgic scenes, travel drawings, calendar designs, illustrations and paintings, alongside his original studio.

Ont-moeten is a collection presentation where you discover the artworks of Museum Arnhem and their stories at your own pace.

A journey through time and space at the Hortus botanicus: from the Big Bang to 2125, where science, art, and nature tell the story of life on Earth.

Huis Marseille opens its doors in the evening for visitors who want to spend time with photography after a day in the city.

Interactive exhibition exploring the Westerschelde and the North Sea Port, revealing how Vlissingen, Terneuzen and Ghent form a modern 60-kilometre port across two countries.

Museum Het Bolwerk showcases an exhibition on Maurice of Orange, the influential prince, count and stadtholder of the Dutch Republic.

The exhibition 'Unfinished Past' at the Wereldmuseum Amsterdam explores the ongoing debate about the restitution of colonial heritage objects.

Over 200 ancient glass objects on display at the Allard Pierson. A fascinating look at how this delicate material has endured through the ages.

An immersive installation by Iranian-Dutch artist Tina Farifteh exploring identity and cultural memory. A visual journey through personal and collective histories.

An exciting adventure at the National Museum of Antiquities where stone statues of monsters and mythical creatures have come alive. Will you dare to find them?

An exhibition exploring 600 years of licentiousness in Deventer: what does freedom of behaviour, body and desire mean, and who decides?

A centenary exhibition celebrating 100 years of Philips Design and Louis Kalff's legacy of innovative products that shaped daily life.

The Dordrechts Museum's inaugural family exhibition invites visitors of all ages to experience the collection through fresh eyes.

An exhibition about Adriaan Valerius, the Zeeland poet and writer who collected the Dutch national anthem 'Wilhelmus' in his 1626 work 'Neder-Lantsche Gedenck Clanck'.

Museum Valkenburg presents the rich history of this small Limburgian town through its collections and exhibits.

An exhibition exploring international humanitarian law and the global rules that protect people in conflict zones, even in extreme circumstances.

The Maritime Museum Rotterdam celebrates the women who have shaped maritime history and continue to make their mark on the industry today.

An exhibition exploring Suriname's rainforest, the threats it faces, and the wildlife and communities that depend on it.

Museum W presents ceramic works by artist Chris Rijk, blending the tradition of Delftware with contemporary visual expression.

Museum W in Weert showcases work by Chris in the exhibition 'Chris Rijksmuseum'.

Family exhibition exploring nature's patterns: why zebras have stripes, ladybirds have spots, and snail shells have spirals.

Exhibition exploring how Korean pop music evolved from underground roots into a global phenomenon, showcasing the intersection of music, fashion, and visual culture.

A refreshed presentation of works from the Groninger Museum's collection dedicated to De Ploeg, the artists' association founded in Groningen in 1918.

An interactive exhibition exploring artificial intelligence at Discovery Museum, examining AI technology's applications, opportunities, and challenges.

An exhibition of highlights from twenty years of the Icon Museum's collection, featuring precious and exceptional works.

Space Expo celebrates Wubbo Ockels, the first Dutch astronaut, with an exhibition marking his groundbreaking spaceflight from four decades ago.

Museum Nijkerk examines the historical and contemporary connections between the city and Suriname in the exhibition 'My history - your history'.

Exhibition exploring the stories of Dutch men and women forced to work in Nazi Germany during World War II.

Exhibition exploring the 17th and 18th-century obsession with birds, featuring rare loans at the Dordrecht Museum.

Exhibition featuring interviews with twelve Holocaust survivors from across Europe, created in partnership with the USC Shoah Foundation.

Semi-permanent exhibition exploring modernist architecture in Parkstad, featuring iconic buildings like the Glaspaleis and their contemporary significance.

An exhibition about mummies beyond ancient Egypt: discover how mummification occurred in Europe and other regions at Natuurmuseum Fryslân.

An exhibition exploring Vincent van Gogh's 'The Potato Eaters' from two angles: how Van Gogh himself saw the work and a modern scientific interpretation. The role of light through the ages takes centre stage.

An exhibition at the Belasting & Douane Museum exploring the Dutch childcare benefits scandal and the experiences of those affected.

Janilda Bartolomeu's film installation examines the dreams and aspirations of the Cape Verdean diaspora at Rotterdam's Nieuwe Instituut.

Exhibition exploring Hanuman, the revered figure from Hindu mythology, and how his identity has evolved across different cultures and periods.

Explore the interior of an authentic Chinook helicopter at the National Military Museum in Soest.

Four photographers transform their work into tactile images in this unique exhibition. Your hands become your eyes as you discover the photographs in an entirely new way.

A children's treasure hunt through the exhibition Choices in Almersdorp, where you search for photo frames with letters hidden in the village houses.

Exhibition exploring how women across the globe have shaped art and culture throughout history, from antiquity to today.

Exhibition exploring the turbulent post-liberation period at the former Camp Amersfoort, where efforts to restore order collided with calls for retribution.

Discover the stories of the residents who lived at Rosendael Castle and their role in shaping this historic estate.

Exhibition celebrating the beloved calendars of illustrator Anton Pieck, featuring nostalgic scenes of 19th-century urban life, winter landscapes and traditional crafts.

Exhibition exploring 100 years of cycling culture in Friesland, celebrating the bicycle as both transport and local heritage.

Museum Martena displays eight historic bicycles from collector Jellema's collection, tracing the first hundred years of cycling in Friesland.

Visit the Heritage Lab at ANNO Stadsmuseum Zwolle on Friday afternoons to explore local heritage and history in an interactive setting.

International exhibition exploring desire, courage and change through sound, performance and spoken voices, inviting visitors to move, listen and reimagine possibilities.

Museum In 't Houten Huis presents two exhibitions dedicated to artist Pieter Borstlap: one exploring his life and work, and another featuring pieces by his former students.

Two exhibitions at Museum In 't Houten Huis celebrate artist Pieter Borstlap and his legacy through his own work and creations by his former students across different periods.

Renewed exhibition about the life and work of Jan Heesters in his former home in Schijndel.

Interactive exhibition in the former home of artist Jan Heesters, where you discover his work and vibrant creative practice.

DARN too is the sequel to the DARN exhibition at the Zeeuws Museum, opening on 14 February 2026, exploring restoration as its core theme.

Interactive family route through Wereldmuseum Leiden with search, drawing and thinking challenges exploring the Time for Papua exhibition.

Museum van de Geest presents how artists explore aging and growing older in surprising ways in the exhibition Nieuw Oud!

Exhibition bringing together art, history and contemporary issues around Papua, exploring identity, resilience and a sustainable future.

Huis Van Gijn examines how people lived frugally in the past and what modern lessons we can draw from that thriftiness.

South African artist Buhlebezwe Siwani's first Dutch museum solo show, 'Ntu', opens at Museum de Fundatie in Zwolle.

Utrecht residents share personal stories about flowers in this exhibition at the Centraal Museum, created to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Van Baaren Foundation.

Jules van Hulst and Wieger Steenhuis create an immersive world of media installations and digital art in Umbild at Museum de Fundatie.

An exhibition exploring Emmen's railway heritage, from historic freight trains to modern passenger services and future plans for the Nedersaksenlijn.

An exhibition of treasures from the ancient world at Museumpark Orientalis, running from March to November.

Kamalia Talhaoui curates a personal selection of artworks on beauty from the Islamic world at Kunstmuseum Den Haag.

Rotterdam artist Anouk Griffioen's first museum solo show features monumental charcoal drawings exploring nature, memory, and the passage of time.

An exhibition exploring Piet Mondrian's work in dialogue with the artists who shaped, influenced, and challenged him.

Bakudengar (Listen to Each Other) is an exhibition curated by a Public in Residence, featuring new work by visual artists focused on West Papuan, Moluccan, Minahasan, and Chinese-Indonesian communities.

Photography exhibition by Carla Kogelman at Museum Amersfoort, exploring intimate portraits and vulnerable human moments.

Special low-stimulation openings at Rijksmuseum Muiderslot in 2026, outside regular hours for visitors who are easily overwhelmed.

The National Museum of the Eighty Years' War opens an exhibition about the war in Ukraine, bringing the conflict's impact closer to home.

Artists explore freedom, identity and inequality through the naked body in this exhibition. Beautiful and unsettling works that provoke thought.

Exhibition exploring the influential Staring family and their impact on regional history, featuring four generations and their lasting legacy.

Exhibition exploring the 1926 flood and modern water safety challenges through photographs and immersive virtual experiences.

Exhibition exploring the transformation from hunter-gatherers to early farmers in ancient Friesland, with archaeological finds and insights into prehistoric agricultural life.

Exhibition about Radboud, the Frisian prince from the early Middle Ages, and the conflict between the Frisii and the Franks. Discover why Kasteel Radboud bears his name.

Bert Frijns showcases his glass art work 'Elements' at the Nationaal Glasmuseum in Leerdam.

A landmark exhibition bringing together the works of Yves Klein and his artist relatives Frits, Marie and Rotraut for the first time in the Netherlands.

An exhibition of poetry and botanical prints from the Nieuwenhuis Collection at Museum De Zwarte Tulp.

Exhibition exploring the relationship between humans and the cosmos through sculptures, videos and works on paper.

A fashion presentation featuring 24 garments across centuries, each with its own story of wear, repair, and craftsmanship.

An exhibition exploring rituals surrounding birth, marriage, and death at Museum De Wemme.

Korean-Dutch artist Sara Sejin Chang presents her first major solo exhibition, spanning fifteen years of artistic work at Landhuis Oud Amelisweerd.

A group exhibition where 27 Dutch figurative artists showcase their interpretations of summer.

The TextielMuseum explores how artists and designers use advanced machinery to create textiles that redefine traditional craftsmanship.

An exhibition about the filming of the classic 'A Bridge Too Far' in Deventer fifty years ago, featuring stories of Sean Connery, Anthony Hopkins and other international film stars.

An exhibition exploring thousands of years of ritual offerings in Overijssel: precious objects that people deliberately left in water and peat.

Exhibition of bottle-ship models featuring motorboats and other non-sailing vessels at the Bottle Ships Museum.

Exhibition showcasing work by international ceramicists of a new generation, with diverse styles and contemporary approaches.

The Drents Museum showcases paintings by Indian artist Amrita Sher-Gil, a pioneering modernist who navigated between European and Indian artistic traditions.

Exhibition series exploring possession and consumption. Artworks investigate why we want to own so much and how we might think differently about ownership.

Exhibition exploring crime in Limburg through personal accounts of former inmates, victims and police officers. What is your boundary?

Activity booklet for children aged 5+ at the Urban Blue exhibition in the Royal Delft Museum.

A guided tour of the 19th-century Huis Van Gijn in Dordrecht, exploring the interior's period details.

Exhibition showcasing lost objects from Brabant shooting guilds, exploring an important aspect of regional cultural heritage.

Sculptor Wim Lemmens presents marble torsos where lines, movement and light combine to form dynamic compositions.

Exhibition featuring the three nominees for the 2026 Hendrik Chabot Prize, a prestigious award for artists based in Rotterdam.

Exhibition of figurative and magical-surrealist works by Danielle Lemaire, exploring the artist's Indonesian heritage.

The Maritiem Museum Rotterdam showcases historic ships and cranes in working order. In spring and summer, visitors can take sailing trips aboard some of the vessels.

The Stadhuismuseum Zierikzee rediscovers Zeeland bird wallpapers, exploring the boundary between craft and art.

An exhibition exploring the history of Leidschendam-Voorburg through portraits. The Huygens Museum reveals the personal stories behind the faces in its collection.

An exhibition of personal stories and experiences presented in Frisian and Dutch at Tresoar in Leeuwarden.

Contemporary art exhibition at Paleis Het Loo examining how our relationship with nature and the environment has evolved over time.

Exhibition exploring the history of Tweka, the knitwear factory founded by Jacques de Heer in Geldrop in 1916.

Diana Blok examines her family history through photography, text, and film in the project Time Tells, presented at the Joods Museum's Kunstkabinet.

Basel Abbas & Ruanne Abou-Rahme present a work based on conversations with former Palestinian prisoners and poets, exploring how resistance takes shape in everyday life.

The Nijntje Museum in Utrecht presents its exhibition in Dutch Sign Language, welcoming deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors to experience the museum fully.

Exhibition exploring the flooding disaster in Maas and Waal through eyewitness accounts, diaries, photographs and archival film.

Watercolors by Charlotte Dematons from her travels around the world, on display at the Anton Pieck Museum.

Exhibition exploring paper as both an artistic medium and material, featuring works by various artists at Museum Nienoord.

An exhibition of one hundred art nouveau works celebrating animals, on display at Drents Museum De Buitenplaats from April to September.

Interactive exhibition where children aged 6 to 12 can experiment with artistic play and creative techniques inspired by professional artists.

Explore the history of beer among the ancient Wierden inhabitants and discover the true meaning behind the old saying about beer and wine.

The Volendams Museum showcases "Oe Vrauwe Kêike", an exhibition exploring the female perspective on Volendam through historical paintings and contemporary art.

Interactive exhibition exploring the drawn worlds of Thé Tjong-Khing, featuring animals, heroes and hidden tales. Visitors create drawings and watch their artwork projected on a large screen.

Museum Klok & Peel showcases zoological archaeology and paleontology through a new exhibition featuring AI-powered interaction with a mammoth skeleton.

Exhibition exploring the contributions of Native American, First Nation, and Métis soldiers to the liberation of the Netherlands and the discrimination they encountered after the war.

Follow the journey of artworks to the museum in this exhibition. Diary of Things traces how works find their way to Rotterdam, from quiet routes to turbulent transformations.

Three years of restoration work on Van Gogh's "The Poplar Lane near Nuenen" in the studio of Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen.

British artist Jesse Darling's first solo exhibition in the Netherlands, Godsworth, opens at the Oude Kerk in Amsterdam.

The World Press Photo Exhibition 2026 presents the year's most compelling photojournalism and documentary photography at De Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam.

Exhibition showcasing highlights from the nationwide roadshows 'Heel Holland Zoekt', including the original sword from Floris. A look at hidden media history marking 75 years of Dutch television.

Scientists and artists investigate how we determine truth in an era of misinformation and artificial intelligence.

The first Dutch solo show by acclaimed Palestinian artist Larissa Sansour, exploring her 'Rogue Agents of History' series.

Base Line - Music Meets Art combines sounding instruments and music with visual art at Kunstmuseum Den Haag.

Kunsthal Rotterdam celebrates Rotterdam artist Woody van Amen with a retrospective of his work, marking his ninetieth birthday and his influential role in post-war avant-garde art.

An interactive exhibition about the famous pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, featuring a playful board game with 63 squares that guides you along the path.

Exhibition exploring dance and freedom at Het Schoenenkwartier, spanning classical ballet to contemporary sneaker culture.

A major retrospective of sculptor and installation artist David Bade, showcasing his vibrant social projects that place collaboration at their heart.

Artist Kenne Grégoire transforms everyday pots and pans into flying objects and beach structures in this imaginative exhibition.

Exhibition of textile designs by Cobra artists, printed by Dutch printing houses.

An exhibition exploring Andy Warhol's textile works, on display in the Netherlands for the first time at Museum Cobra.

An exhibition exploring the rediscovered paintings of Elly Tamminga, a 20th-century Dutch artist whose legacy is experiencing a major revival.

Exhibition marking a century of the Lourdes Grotto in Valkenburg, exploring its religious meaning and cultural importance over time.

An exhibition at Kasteel Doornenburg exploring how food and drink shaped society across centuries, from personal taste to social status and grand celebrations.

Overview exhibition showcasing the nominees for the Kazerne Design Award 2026 in Eindhoven.

Exhibition exploring how identity is expressed through images, from medieval city seals to modern logos and carnival insignia.

Exhibition exploring textiles and traditions surrounding baptism, marriage and mourning, featuring christening gowns, wedding dresses and mourning attire from the museum's collection.

Exhibition exploring the history and style of hats, from classic to eccentric designs at the Stedelijk Museum Almelo.

A monumental installation exploring the historical entanglement of power and technology at Rijksmuseum Twenthe.

An exclusive VIP evening at Museum De Waag celebrating the exhibition 'A Bridge Too Far, Hollywood in Deventer' with networking and behind-the-scenes insights.

Internationally acclaimed artist Yuki Kihara presents her Dutch solo debut at Wereldmuseum Leiden with the exhibition Darwin in Paradise Camp.

Sámi artists explore the relationship between people and land through works about nature, environmental change, and power in their territory.

Museum JAN showcases the first museum solo exhibition by designer Diederik Schneemann, featuring existing and newly created works.

Exhibition exploring Jan Voerman Jr. and his illustrations for the iconic Verkade albums at the Voerman Stadsmuseum.

Exhibition exploring West African textiles as a powerful fashion code. Discover how clothing and patterns express identity and status across cultures.

The Nursery Museum in Boskoop explores the history of strawberry cultivation and other crops that shaped the region.

Patchwork Post is a vibrant installation by Simone Post at the Centraal Museum in Utrecht.

An exhibition exploring the movement and transformation of glass at the National Glass Museum, showcasing works that capture the dynamic nature of molten glass.

An exhibition exploring the movement of liquid glass frozen in still-life form at the National Glass Museum.

An exhibition exploring the history and development of youth culture in Zeeland at Historisch Museum De Bevelanden in Goes.

Two young artists, Bobbi Essers and Robin Wen, explore freedom and generational consciousness through oil paintings and ballpoint drawings.

The Stedelijk Museum showcases the first major retrospective of Kho Liang Ie, a key figure in Dutch mid-century design and furniture.

Art critic Joke de Wolf explores the activating installations of Argentine artist Mercedes Azpilicueta in an online exhibition by Museum Helmond.

Exhibition exploring sustainable design and the circular economy: how waste becomes valuable products, from shipping containers to gardens and jewellery.

Stedelijk Museum Schiedam presents its first solo exhibition of Lou Loeber's work in 33 years.

Exhibition at Museum De Wieger exploring betrayal and the intersection of art and private life through two paintings centred on the Judas kiss.

Exhibition exploring how modern art emerged in Brabant through the work of Sluijters and fellow artists who transformed the region's artistic tradition.

Stedelijk Museum Schiedam showcases recent acquisitions added to the collection since director Anne de Haij took office.

Artist Reinout Velleman's first museum solo exhibition at Villa Mondriaan. 'Everyday Wonder' runs from May through October 2026.

Museum De Zwarte Tulp showcases Alexander Pechtold, mayor of Delft since 2025, in the 'Treasure Chest of...' series. A glimpse into his personal collection and cultural passions.

The Collection Gallery at the Nieuwe Instituut displays over 150 years of design history in a permanent exhibition.

An exhibition of Dutch and international artists exploring identity, family, and visual culture through photography and collage.

Congolese art collective CATPC presents their first exhibition on the Amstel, exploring collaborative world-building and renewal.

An exhibition of the most celebrated works by artist Giselle Kuster, focusing on her time in Leiden.

Exhibition exploring drawing as a form of movement and resistance, featuring work by seven international artists at Kunstinstituut Melly.

Artist Mandy Franca presents her exhibition "I Breathe an Endless Universe in Me" featuring paintings, photographs, videos and installations in the attic of Stedelijk Museum Schiedam.

The Fries Museum showcases an exhibition of work by artist Robert Zandvliet, a Frisian-born artist whose oeuvre is in the spotlight this year.

Museum Cobra unveils a refreshed permanent collection exhibition titled 'Cobra: More than Human', showcasing works by the Cobra artist group.

Dual exhibition exploring fashion and identity through the work of Lisa Konno and Paul Kooiker at Museum Kranenburgh.

Museum Kranenburgh showcases an exhibition of Bernard Essers, a 20th-century Dutch artist whose work has long been overlooked.

Sculptor and poet Iris Le Rütte explores the relationship between humans and the natural world in this exhibition at Museum Kranenburgh.

The Anton Pieck Museum showcases original design drawings by Anton Pieck for the Efteling fairy tale 'The Indian Water Lilies', written by Queen Fabiola.

Annual art project by secondary special education students exploring different ways of travelling and experiencing the world.

Visual artist Dwight Harold Marica presents his oeuvre at Museum Vlaardingen, featuring paintings, spatial installations, and experimental techniques.

Lebanese artist Dala Nasser's first solo show in the Netherlands transforms the museum space into a symbolic cemetery through a monumental installation.

A retrospective of street photographer Helen Levitt featuring over 220 photographs, a film, and color slides from her complete archive.

Over a hundred floating baby penguin balloons drift through the Kunsthal Rotterdam in this playful installation by Danish artist Benedikte Bjerre.

Exhibition of paintings by Christoph Ruckhäberle at Drents Museum, featuring figures caught in theatrical poses.

An exhibition exploring the history of Turkish migrant workers in Twente and their enduring cultural legacy in the region.

Exhibition exploring the history and significance of the toko in Limburg, featuring stories from visitors and entrepreneurs across generations.

An exhibition tracing the history of toys throughout the 20th century, from traditional picture books to early gaming consoles.

Exhibition featuring portraits, lithographs and still lifes by Zaan artists Nelly and Tine Honig, two overlooked talents from art history.

An exhibition exploring Marilyn Monroe's life and enduring cultural impact, presented at Forum Groningen a century after her birth.

Visual artists showcase new work in the stairwell of SCHUNCK Heerlen, featuring pieces by Romy Finke, Karin Peulen, Nieke Lemmens, Nonzuzo Gxekwa and the collective f.

Fotoclub Drunen presents twelve selected photographs for the National Photography Competition at the library.

The Eijsden mosaic club showcases handcrafted mosaic artworks at the library.

Spectacular macro photographs of insects by Dutch photographer Sipke Wadman. The GIGA exhibition reveals the hidden world of these creatures in stunning detail invisible to the naked eye.

Thirteen monumental sculptures by artist Carel Visser are displayed together this summer in the Rijksmuseum Gardens - a rare opportunity to encounter his imposing iron and bronze works among the trees.

Group exhibition showcasing four young female artists at Stedelijk Museum Schiedam, presented in collaboration with platform QISSA.

The Allard Pierson opens a permanent exhibition exploring archaeology, where visitors discover excavations and archaeological finds.

Paintings by Karin Bos featuring unsettling elements, complemented by sculpture by Erik Wuthrich in the garden.

An exhibition presenting the Van Abbemuseum's collection as a cosmos, with 250 works spread across three floors arranged like constellations.

Dommelplein is an interactive space on the ground floor of the Van Abbemuseum where art comes alive through daily rituals, workshops, conversations and quiet moments.

An exhibition by Fernando Sánchez Castillo exploring how those in power exercise authority and the ways they project that power.

Marianne Lammersen's commissioned sculpture explores the contrast between Zandvoort's Belle Époque heritage and its post-war rebuilding.

Museum Havezate Mensinge showcases three centuries of porcelain from its own collection and loans from the Groninger Museum.

Exhibition exploring how the iconic Zaanse Schans open-air museum, with its wooden houses and mills, was rescued and became a symbol of Dutch heritage.

Exhibition featuring works by Dutch and Japanese artists at the Vincent van Gogh House, exploring cultural exchange and Van Gogh's shared influence.

Insect enthusiast Stefan Robberse displays his collection of framed butterflies, beetles and other fascinating insects from around the world.

Twelve mini-exhibitions at the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, from Moroccan jewellery to Egyptian symbols and a Roman barber shop.

Living Mesh examines our relationship with nature - whether we see it as something to organize and own, or as an interconnected living system.

Exhibition exploring sustainable food production through portraits of farmers, growers, researchers and pastry chefs from around the world.

Wineke Gartz presents 'Mother Song II', a multimedia installation exploring action, silence and movement in times of war and resistance.

An exhibition of nearly forty works in which artists and designers use textiles to express their personal narratives.

A Viking sword hidden for centuries in the Oude IJssel is now displayed at the Stadsmuseum Doetinchem after expert restoration.

Exhibition showcasing innovative compact housing solutions and contemporary approaches to sustainable living.

Museum de Kantfabriek showcases embroidery from its collection and SteekPlus members, alongside an installation of 40 children's dresses by Nellie de Mulder.

Over 100 original drawings by illustrator Marit Törnqvist, brimming with imagination and hidden narratives waiting to be discovered.

An interactive exhibition of 75 working television sets spanning different decades, each showcasing the shared moments that shaped Dutch television history.

SCHUNCK presents the most comprehensive overview of South African artist Ina van Zyl's work ever displayed in the Netherlands.

Artist Gladys Zeevaarders exhibits a selection of work exploring nature and the marks of human presence and absence.

Charlotte Koenen's large-scale installation explores nineteenth-century French washhouses, on view in the Atrium of SCHUNCK.

An interactive digital forest installation where you become part of the ecosystem, complete with waterfall and wildlife.

An exhibition exploring the history of district nursing in the Netherlands, focusing on the vital role district nurses played in working-class communities.

Samenspel explores what makes a pleasant living environment through artworks from Het Noordbrabants Museum and BPD | Bouwfonds Gebiedsontwikkeling about space, nature and connection.

Exhibition exploring the interplay between art and architecture at Het Noordbrabants Museum.

The first European retrospective of Scottish painter Wilhelmina Barns-Graham, a pioneer of abstract art whose work bridges nature and geometry.

Exhibition exploring the early career of Dutch artist Jan Cremer, known for his wild, physical approach to painting and experimental artistic methods.

A Fundatie Collection presentation where art transforms your perspective and teaches you to see the world around you anew.

The Association of Botanical Artists Netherlands celebrates 20 years with an exhibition of 50 botanical artworks featuring aquatic plants at Westlands Museum.

Museum MORE presents the first joint exhibition of two major Dutch figurative painters, Charley Toorop and Pyke Koch, exploring unexpected connections between their artistic visions.

Over 30 contemporary artists explore soap as material, metaphor and memory, examining themes of purity, care and what endures.

Elvera showcases her personal soap collection at Museum Jan Cunen, part of the fragrant 'Soap' exhibition.

Ceramic artworks by Kerade nestled among the greenery of TU Delft's Hortus Botanicus.

Milah van Zuilen's exhibition investigates what it means to be part of a landscape rather than simply viewing it from the outside.

An exhibition exploring the history of drag in Amsterdam, from 17th-century theatre to Pride, examining how artists use performance to explore gender and identity.

Paintings by Henk Helmantel and sacred images from his personal collection displayed in the museum's west wing, exploring his fascination with monasteries and contemplative spaces.

Visual artist Inderjeet Sandhu from Alkmaar wins the prestigious Victoriefonds Cultural Prize for Visual Arts 2026. Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar showcases a selection of his work in honour of this distinction.

Photography exhibition by Martine Gutierrez at Huis Marseille exploring questions of artistic identity and self-formation.

Martine Gutierrez reinterprets iconic masterworks through a personal lens in the photography exhibition 'Leonardo doll Vinci' at Huis Marseille.

Discover how Loeki de Leeuw comes to life: a behind-the-scenes look at over fifty years of stop-motion animation and digital effects at Storyworld.

International exhibition bringing together works by Portuguese artist Rui Chafes and Swiss modernist Alberto Giacometti.

Solo exhibition by artist Femmy Otten at Museum Beelden aan Zee, featuring works from the Birthland series.

Young ambassadors transform Museum IJsselstein into a playful, interactive art experience with creative installations and hands-on activities.

Paintings by Rieks Hamminga exploring the sea and maritime life at the MuzeeAquarium Delfzijl.

Exhibition dedicated to Jamie Reid, the British graphic designer and activist whose iconic work shaped the visual identity of punk.

A quieter museum experience designed for visitors sensitive to sensory stimulation. Discovery Museum in Kerkrade offers an adapted environment where you can explore at your own pace.

ROOTZ showcases national artists with connections to Heerenveen at Museum Heerenveen through November 1st.

Exhibition of works by siblings Jacob and Coba Ritsema at the Noord-Veluws Art Museum, featuring the brother-and-sister artists alongside other Amsterdam Joffers.

An exhibition celebrating contemporary Dutch book art and design, featuring typographers, artists and independent publishers.

Exhibition exploring four centuries of Oldenzaal's history, celebrating the city's 400th anniversary as part of the Netherlands.

Cora van der Meij exhibits mystical landscape paintings featuring ruins and dead trees, created with acrylic and recycled materials at Bibliotheek Oegstgeest.

Katie Haft-Su's ceramic works are on display at Bibliotheek Oegstgeest. Hand-formed pieces inspired by the Yijing and nature explore energy patterns and cosmic forces.

Johannes de Keijzer showcases handcrafted icons in the Byzantine tradition, made with egg tempera and pigments.
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Exhibition of woodcuts by Jos de l'Orme at Het Zeeheldenkwartier in The Hague.

A visual art exhibition examining the connection between blueprint and skin at Stadstheater De Bond.

An exhibition about how cities evolve and transform across centuries, examining urban change and development.

Museum de Fundatie showcases works by artist Cremer, exploring their historical and cultural significance.

Exhibition exploring book design and covers at the Rijksmuseum Meermanno in The Hague.

MIAW presents a drawing exhibition with interactive creative workshops where you can draw and experiment yourself.

An exhibition exploring reclining figures in sculpture, from classical to contemporary artists, at Museum Beelden aan Zee.

The Stedelijk Museum Almelo showcases an exhibition of hats spanning classic elegance to bold, unconventional designs.

Museum Staphorst showcases rotating exhibitions with diverse artistic themes throughout 2026.

The Schoolmuseum Educatorium in Ootmarsum showcases the life and literary legacy of beloved Dutch author Annie M.G. Schmidt.

Explore the history of baking and ice cream at Gerrit Valk's museum in Hellendoorn, opening at 1 p.m.

The Kunstmuseum Den Haag showcases an exhibition of works by artist Jan van der Vaart.

An exhibition dedicated to the history and cultural significance of hats at De Passage in The Hague.

Exhibition 'Beyond the Surface' opens on 15 September at Atrium Den Haag.

An exhibition about the history and meaning of stones at De Affiche Galerij.

A private collection of paperclips on display at the Stadsmuseum Weesp.

An exhibition exploring the lives and experiences of girls in Huizen across different periods of history.

An exhibition about how heritage forms the identity of Weesp and what the city preserves for future generations.

Mediamuseum Beeld & Geluid showcases a pop-up exhibition about the popular Dutch television programme Heel Holland Zoekt.

Exhibition exploring the architectural links between Hilversum and Kurashiki, two cities known for their distinctive architectural traditions.

The Mediamuseum Beeld & Geluid celebrates 75 years of Dutch television with an interactive exhibition showcasing highlights from the medium's history.

An exhibition at Grafisch Atelier Hilversum exploring life, transience, and meaning.

An exhibition of painter Salvano, whose work draws inspiration from Herman Brood and explores universal themes of love and friendship.

An exhibition by interdisciplinary artist Jet Leopold, exploring the relationship between personal and shared human experience.

Reinier Gadellaa presents works from his collection exploring sea and coastal themes: islands, landscapes and summer scenes in watercolour, oil and prints.

Museum Noordwijk explores the history and cultural significance of christening gowns from past to present.

Artists showcase their work in shop windows across Leiden's city centre, transforming the street into an open-air gallery.

An exhibition examining alienation and disconnection at Cultuurhuis Sijthoff.

An exploration of what we lose as technology takes over more and more of our daily tasks.

Exhibition exploring nationalism and identity through design at Design Museum Den Bosch. How visual culture has shaped the nation and what nationality really means.

The TextielMuseum celebrates 25 years of TextielLab with an exhibition that merges art and technology.

Annual ceramic exhibition featuring works by four artists at Atelier Galerie Kempro, part of the Kunstsmullen 2026 art route.

Playmobil exhibition featuring toy scenes and miniature worlds at the Kijk & Luistermuseum.

Museum Lunteren showcases an exhibition of Rien Poortvliet's work, exploring horses in art and culture.

Solo exhibition of sculptor Ruud Kuijer featuring sixteen concrete and steel sculptures at the Kröller-Müller Museum.

Exhibition exploring the distinctive ornaments and colourful style characteristic of Staphorst at the Dutch Tile Museum.

A temporary exhibition at the War and Garrison Museum Ede exploring the history of The King's Own Scottish Borderers through photographs, objects and stories from Operation Market Garden.

An exhibition of paintings and pastel drawings by Aad Berlijn, marked by vibrant colour, dynamic energy and a sense of wonder.

Exhibition of works by Elly Richaerts and Olga Stachwiuk at Huis Kernhem in Ede.

All 88 Van Gogh paintings from the Kröller-Müller Museum are shown together for the first time since 1984, exploring faith, hope and love in his art.

Exhibition of photographer Peter Hujar's work at Natlab in Eindhoven.

An art event at Natlab exploring fragments of identity and connection.

Exhibition exploring Schokland's landscape across past, present and future, concluding a two-part series celebrating 30 years of UNESCO World Heritage status.

Exhibition of works by two Zaandam artists, Nelly and Tine Honig, featuring portraits, lithographs and still lifes.

Exhibition exploring the history of the Kalverpolder, the area where the Mill Museum and Zaanse Schans are located.

An exhibition exploring the classic 1937 Verkade album 'Where We Live', in which Jac. P. Thijsse describes the natural history of the Netherlands.

Exhibition exploring how paper from the Zaanstreek region was used to print the American Declaration of Independence.

Explore the Wevershuis at Zaanse Schans to learn how sail and mill cloth weaving was practiced in an eighteenth-century shared household with five looms.

Two artists present figurative works and prints at De Poelboerderij, exploring quiet landscapes through etching and linocut.

Explore birds with extreme characteristics at this free exhibition: which has the largest wingspan, which is the tiniest, and who flies the farthest or fastest?

An exhibition exploring time and transformation in contemporary art at MU Hybrid Art House in Eindhoven.

The City Museum Weesp celebrates 250 years of the Town Hall with an exhibition of stories and archival objects.

Permanent exhibition exploring architect Willem Dudok's life and work, featuring original materials and an introductory film at Hilversum's Town Hall.

Interactive exhibition exploring animal droppings, inspired by the beloved children's book. Investigate with Mole where poop comes from and what you can discover about it.

An exhibition about the art of collecting - the passion, stories and memories behind collections at Museum Collectie Brands.

Dark Lights brings Vincent van Gogh's paintings to life through an immersive audiovisual performance combining light and sound.

Natuurmonumenten's Deltawagen is a traveling interactive exhibition showcasing the nature and landscape of the Delta region.

An exhibition of paintings by Cor van den Bemt at MFA Hapert.

Artist Angela de Lepper presents 21 wooden artworks, each carrying a personal message, in an exhibition in Bladel.

Daan van den Enden showcases a diverse exhibition at Oktober in Bladel.

Exhibition featuring works by artist Jan Vosters in Reusel.

An exhibition exploring the relationship between artwork and source of inspiration, inviting a fresh perspective on art.

An exhibition about the legendary Viertorenkerk, a medieval four-towered church that vanished centuries ago but became the symbol of the Oldambt region.

Paintings by Henk Helmantel and religious sculptures from his personal collection on display at Museum Klooster Ter Apel.

Exhibition of ceramics by Paula van Dooren, photography by Angelique van Hoof, and paintings by Mark Biemans in Gemert through 31 October.

Explore the Gevangenpoort, a historic prison in Bergen op Zoom that is now open to the public.

An exhibition exploring the power of stories and how they endure when shared with others.

ooohhh.art is an art event in Zaandam featuring contemporary art and creative installations.

Discover how Zaandam's wooden houses and mills were saved from demolition in the 1950s and how the Zaanse Schans came to be.

An exhibition showcasing objects given new purpose through upcycling, whether as functional items or decorative pieces.

Watercolour exhibition in Schoonoord showcasing works in aquarelle technique.

An exhibition of geometric artworks by Nel Egberts in Norg.

An exhibition of wooden clogs from around the world at the Internationaal Klompenmuseum in Eelde, showcasing the cultural heritage and craftsmanship of this traditional footwear.

A sculpture garden featuring works by three artists - Riesjart Bus, Ineke Moes and Peggy Eras - each exploring their own artistic practice.

The KAT Foundation showcases a group exhibition with works by several artists in the charming historic church of Wittewierum.

Hands-on laboratory where you experiment with light and colour as part of the Van Gogh Village Museum in Nuenen.

The Van Gogh Village Museum showcases permanent exhibitions on Vincent van Gogh, his family, and the making of 'The Potato Eaters', plus an interactive light laboratory.

Marian Tappel showcases her trash works and action paintings in Groningen.

Museum Nienoord in Leek showcases artists working with paper as their primary medium.

Karin Bos presents work titled 'I know what I saw' at In De Ateliers, shown together with pieces by Erik Wuthrich.

Explore Bergen op Zoom's city hall, a remarkable historic monument open to the public.

A dual exhibition in Deurne exploring St. Willibrordus and the famous Tapestry of Deurne.

An exhibition marking a century since Willemstad's fortress status ended, examining the city's transformation following the 1926 Royal Decree.

Explore artworks and exhibitions in Werkendam through augmented reality technology on this interactive AR museum tour.

Explore the historic room where Vincent van Gogh stayed for two months in 1883 and discover his time in the Drenthe peat region.

An exhibition of original works by Gepke Hoekstra at her studio in Dwingeloo.

A flower meadow inspired by Vincent van Gogh at the former grain silo in Veenoord and beside the NS station in Nieuw-Amsterdam.

An exhibition exploring the interplay between line and form, where abstraction and representation converge.

Lisette van de Noort presents an exhibition at Landgoed Wellenseind, capturing the forms of trees, plants and landscapes from her local environment.

Photographer Evert den Hartogh presents his exhibition 'Rondje Bottendaal' at the Thiemeloods, opening on National Heritage Day.

Cultuurfabriek presents a new exhibition exploring textile as a vehicle for storytelling at the Noordkade in Veghel.

Claudia van den Dries showcases colourful drawings and paintings at Studiogalerie Xplo. The opening is on 15 September from 19:00 to 20:30, with free admission.

Exhibition exploring the artistic representation of animals in Art Nouveau at Drents Museum De Buitenplaats, celebrating their beauty and elegance.

Contemporary art exhibition in a historic listed building from the 1750s being renovated on Garenmarkt in Leiden.

An exhibition exploring 75 years of Dutch television history, with special focus on Hilversum and Bussum's crucial role in the birth of television.

Beyond the Canvas is an art event at the Gravensteen in Leiden on 16 September 2026.

An interactive garden in Etten-Leur where you can experience nature and discover more about Vincent van Gogh and his surroundings.

Interactive workshop exploring literacy and digital challenges through VR, an escape game and film screening.

Femmy Otten's artwork 'Birthland' explores themes of identity and belonging at this museum exhibition in The Hague.

Museum Ton Schulten showcases works by artist Dieter Nusbaum.