Het Grachtenhuis, Canal house museum on Herengracht, Netherlands.
Het Grachtenhuis occupies a traditional canal house building, featuring permanent exhibitions about Amsterdam's waterways through multimedia presentations and historical artifacts.
The 17th-century structure, designed by architect Philips Vingboons, received recognition as a Rijksmonument for its preservation of Dutch architectural heritage.
The museum contains period rooms with original wall paintings from 1776 by Jurriaan Andriessen, reflecting the artistic preferences of wealthy Amsterdam merchants.
Located at Herengracht 386, the museum opens Monday from 12:00 to 17:00 and Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, with free entry for I Amsterdam Card holders.
The exhibition 'View on the Canals' presents interpretations from 25 different artists, examining the relationship between Amsterdam's waterways and urban development.
Location: Amsterdam
Architects: Philips Vingboons
Address: Herengracht 386 1016CJ 1016CJ
Phone: +31204211656
Website: http://hetgrachtenhuis.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.36788,4.88624
Latest update: March 9, 2025 18:38
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