Scheepvaartmuseum - Permanent Collection

The permanent exhibition at the renovated National Maritime Museum is comprised of a series of smaller exhibitions all exploring various elements of maritime life through history.

Golden Age to modern day

For example, See you in the Golden Age offers an up-close-and-personal introduction to the Golden Age, when the Netherlands was one of the richest and most powerful countries in the world, largely thanks to seafaring. Port 24/7 brings things right up to date with an introduction to the hyper-modern Port of Amsterdam, featuring a virtual container ride through the port.

Test your sea legs

Other permanent features at the Scheepvaartmuseum include exhibitions focusing on paintings, globes, navigational instruments, ship decorations, yacht models and an extensive glass, porcelain & silver collection. And for a true period maritime experience, don't miss the chance to board the Amsterdam - an exact copy of a famous Dutch East India Company Ship moored alongside the museum.