Museum of the Mind | Outsider Art

A Unique Museum

In Amsterdam, at the monumental H’ART Museum building on the Amstel, we showcase themed exhibitions based on our extensive collection of Outsider Art.

Outsider Art is often made outside the regular art circuit and is rarely given a stage. The works depict the inner world of artists with their personal visions, obsessions and great affections without being concerned with what the world thinks of it. Out of a strong desire, emotions and fascinations are given shape with every thinkable material.

The museum’s growing collection of Outsider Art includes about 1700 works by 120 (inter)national artists. A selection of masterpieces can always be seen at this location.

Animal Therapy

Currently on view Animal Therapy - Humans and their Animal Muses. With this exhibition art, care, and mental health are brought together in a unique exhibition. This showcase explores how animals play a supportive role in human well-being and how this special bond inspires artists to create powerful and emotional works of art. For many, animals are more than companions—they help us break down barriers and find balance. It’s no surprise that animals are increasingly being integrated into healthcare, where they play a crucial role in building resilience and restoring emotional equilibrium.