Theatermuseum

History of Dutch theatre

Address:

Herengracht 168 - Theater Instituut Nederland
1016 BP - Inner City West/Western Girdle of Canals
NH

Nearest Bus or Train:

Dam/Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal: tram 1, 2 & 5; Dam/Raadhuisstraat: tram 13, 17 & 20

Open Hours:

10a-5p Tu-F, 1p-5p Sa-Su

The Theatre Museum is part of the Netherlands Theatre Institute which is housed in five canalside buildings. The interior is (partly) in Louis XIV style. The collection shows the history of Dutch theatre: theatre costumes, set models, prints, drawings, posters, photos and puppets. Apart from the museum, the Institute also offeres debates and workshops and there is a specilised library. Guided tours of the museum can be arrange upon request for groups of 15 or over.

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