Allard Pierson Museum

The Allard Pierson Museum is an archaeological museum in Amsterdam displaying objects from Egyptian, Greek, Roman, and Near Eastern cultures. The collection includes pottery, sculptures, coins, and other items spanning thousands of years of human history.

The museum began as the private collection of Jan Six, the second archaeology professor at the University of Amsterdam, and was established as a foundation in 1932. This founding made an academic collection available to the public.

The Egyptian section displays mummies and objects from daily life, while Greek and Roman areas show pottery, coins, and artistic pieces that reveal how people lived in ancient times. These items help visitors understand what mattered most to people long ago.

The museum is located in central Amsterdam and opens Tuesday through Friday with weekend hours starting later in the day. Guided tours in multiple languages are available, and the collection is easy to navigate.

The museum features an interactive computer system where visitors can have their names written in ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. This connection between modern technology and ancient writing systems offers a personal link to Egyptian culture.

Location: Amsterdam

Inception: November 12, 1934

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: Universiteit van Amsterdam

Part of: Amsterdam University Library

Phone: +31205252556

Website: http://allardpiersonmuseum.nl

GPS coordinates: 52.36881,4.89305

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:00