The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is the world’s largest museum dedicated to the work of Vincent van Gogh. It houses the largest collection of his paintings and drawings, as well as a collection of his letters and personal belongings. The museum is located on Museumplein, in the Museum Quarter of Amsterdam.
The Van Gogh Museum was founded in 1973, and its collection has grown steadily over the years. Today, the museum holds over 200 paintings, 500 drawings, 700 letters, and 150 personal belongings of Van Gogh.
The museum’s collection includes some of Van Gogh’s most famous paintings, such as The Potato Eaters (1885), Sunflowers (1889), The Starry Night (1889), and The Bedroom in Arles (1889).
The Van Gogh Museum also hosts a variety of temporary exhibitions throughout the year. These exhibitions often focus on specific aspects of Van Gogh’s life and work, or on the work of other artists who were influenced by him.
The Van Gogh Museum is a popular tourist destination, and it attracts visitors from all over the world. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the life and work of Vincent van Gogh.
Admission fees:
- Adults: €20
- Students: €10
- Children under 18: free
- Museumkaart holders: free
- Vincent’s Friends: free
- VriendenLoterij VIP-KAART: free
- ICOM card: free
- Rembrandt card: free
Opening hours:
- Monday to Sunday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Address:
Museumplein 6 1071 DJ Amsterdam Netherlands
Website:
https://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/