Museum of Bags and Purses

The museum presented over 5,000 bags and purses in a canal house at Herengracht 573, displaying accessories from the 16th century to modern designs.

Founded in 1996 by Hendrikje Ivo after purchasing an 1820s handbag, the collection expanded from her home in Amstelveen to the Amsterdam canal district in 2007.

The exhibits included Margaret Thatcher's leather bag, Madonna's accessories, and pieces from luxury brands like Hermès, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton.

The museum attracted 70,000 visitors annually until its closure in 2020, offering guided tours, a café, and accessibility through trams 4 and 9.

The collection contained gaming pouches, wedding accessories with sablé beads, and reticules that reflected the evolution of fashion across five centuries.

Location: Amsterdam

Inception: 1996

Address: Herengracht 573 1017CD

Phone: +31205246452

Website: http://tassenmuseum.nl

GPS coordinates: 52.36520,4.89690

Latest update: May 11, 2025 05:09