Breda's Museum

Stedelijk Museum Breda occupies a former barracks building and features four large and five smaller exhibition spaces. These rooms present regional art collections and objects related to the area's cultural heritage.

The museum was founded in 1902 as the Municipal Museum of History and Antiquities, reflecting early 20th century academic interests. Its relocation to the former barracks building in 1998 provided new space and allowed the collection to expand.

The museum displays works connected to Breda's history and the Nassau family's ties to the Dutch royal lineage. These exhibitions help visitors understand how the city and the noble family are intertwined.

The museum has an auditorium area where artist documentaries are screened regularly, plus an on-site café and museum shop. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes as the various rooms invite exploration.

The collection contains around 65,000 objects spanning from the late Middle Ages to today, including the religious Hamers IJsebrand set of about 450 valuable pieces. This specialized collection offers rare insights into medieval devotion and artistic craftsmanship.