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Museum Agenda & Exhibitions in Amsterdam: february 2025 Update with 15 Exhibition Tips

4 February 2025
Photo credit: © Stedelijk Museum

Museum Agenda & Exhibitions in Amsterdam: february 2025

Did you know there are over 60 museums to discover in Amsterdam? Each month deserves a fun list of new exhibitions to visit. From the Rijksmuseum to the Stedelijk Museum, FOAM, or STRAAT Museum. There’s so much to explore in Amsterdam. That’s why we’ve created the ultimate Museum Agenda & Exhibitions Guide for Amsterdam with 13 tips to visit in February 2025. In one handy list, you’ll discover the best exhibitions to enjoy this month.

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Museum Agenda & Exhibitions in Amsterdam: New in February 2025

Selma Selman – Sleeping Guards

At the Stedelijk Museum, you can admire the solo exhibition of Selma Selman, winner of the ABN AMRO Art Prize. A mix of performance, drawings, installations, and film. Her work highlights the position of women and the appreciation of labor and materials in a new way. With raw energy and profound narratives, she challenges the viewer to think about social structures and inequality.
On view until April 21, 2025, Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam – stedelijk.nl

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© Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam

American Photography

The Rijksmuseum presents a grand overview of American photography, featuring over 200 works from iconic photographers like Diane Arbus, Andy Warhol, and Richard Avedon. From art and advertising to journalism and private use, this exhibition showcases how photography has captured American life since the 19th century. The works take you through the American dream while also revealing the harsh realities behind it.
On view from February 7 to June 9, 2025, Rijksmuseum – rijksmuseum.nl

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NXT Museum

Great news for digital art lovers: NXT Museum reopens its doors on February 7 with a brand-new exhibition! This Instagrammable museum for new media and technology takes art to the next level with immersive installations and interactive works. What can you expect? An innovative experience where visuals, sound, and technology come together. Stay tuned for more details about the new exhibition—this one is definitely a must-visit!
On view from February 7 to October 5, 2025, NXT Museum – nxtmuseum.com

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Taking the Kids to the Museum: Atelier Cobra

Every Sunday and Wednesday, you can get creative at Atelier Cobra. Drop in and be inspired by the surrounding artworks. Various materials and techniques are available to experiment with, allowing you to create your own artwork. You can even take it home or leave it as part of a growing collage.
Every Wednesday and Sunday, COBRA Museum – cobra-museum.nl

© COBRA

Museum Agenda & Exhibitions in Amsterdam: More to See in February 2025

SpongeBob – WONDR Experience

Nickelodeon and WONDR Experience Amsterdam celebrate SpongeBob’s 25th anniversary with a SpongeBob Special! Dive into the colorful world of Bikini Bottom, where you can embark on an underwater journey alongside SpongeBob and his friends. This interactive experience promises fun and fantasy for visitors of all ages.
Available until February 14, 2025, WONDR Experience – wondrexperience.com

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Phantasmopolis: Ghostly Images of Amsterdam’s Past

At the Amsterdam City Archives, uncover the hidden layers of the city in the exhibition Phantasmopolis. The Amsterdam collective Wanderwelle combines Dadaist and surrealist techniques with the mysterious aesthetic of Victorian spiritual photography. Immerse yourself in a world of shadows and forgotten stories, where the soul of Amsterdam takes center stage. This exhibition reveals the city as a place full of hidden history and invisible echoes of the past.
On view until February 16, 2025, Amsterdam City Archives – amsterdam.nl

Van Gogh & Rembrandt in Amsterdam

Van Gogh & Rembrandt in Amsterdam is an immersive art show that explores how Vincent van Gogh was inspired by Rembrandt during his time in Amsterdam. Hosted in the Noorderkerk, a location both artists visited, this exhibition uses a 360° digital canvas on the church’s walls to tell their stories. The experience is narrated by Van Gogh himself, using letters written to his brother Theo. A unique sensory journey that’s not to be missed.
Noorderkerk Amsterdam – vangoghinamsterdam.com

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VAN GOGH & REMBRANDT IN AMSTERDAM © yourlbb

Museum Agenda & Exhibitions in Amsterdam: More to See in February 2025

Pijlers van het Leven

Visit Pijlers van het Leven at the ARTIS-Groote Museum, a striking carpet artwork by Lizan Freijsen that reveals Amsterdam’s hidden foundations. This piece transforms the city’s historic wooden pilings into a delicate wool design. Completed just before her unexpected passing in February, this final work celebrates the unseen structures supporting Amsterdam. The exhibition continues as a tribute to Freijsen’s legacy, thanks to the collaboration between the TextielMuseum and ARTIS.
Available until March 9, 2025, Groote Museum – grootemuseum.nl

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Pijlers van het Leven © Groote Museum

Happy Birthday Amsterdam

This year, Amsterdam celebrates its 750th birthday, and the festivities are grand! Following numerous events across the city, you can now visit the exhibition Happy Birthday Amsterdam at the H’ART Museum. Dive into 750 years of Amsterdam’s history, from canals and protests to festivals and gentrification. Discover what makes our capital unique and how it continues to reinvent itself.
Available until March 16, 2025, H’ART Museum – hartmuseum.nl

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The Power of Color

At the Van Gogh Museum, dive into the world of color. This exhibition explores how Van Gogh used bold and contrasting colors to evoke emotions, revolutionizing his era. It also delves into the science behind his color choices and the technical challenges he encountered.
On view until May 25, 2025, Van Gogh Museum – vangoghmuseum.nl

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Museum Agenda & Exhibitions in Amsterdam: More to See in February 2025

Nuri Bilge Ceylan

At the Eye Filmmuseum, the work of Turkish filmmaker Nuri Bilge Ceylan takes center stage this month. The exhibition offers an in-depth look at his cinematic works, characterized by landscapes, complex characters, and subtle storytelling. With films like Winter Sleep and Once Upon a Time in Anatolia, Ceylan takes you into a world full of emotion and reflection. A unique opportunity to (re)discover his work on the big screen.
On view until June 1, 2025, Eye Museum – eyefilm.nl

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DREAMS

Let your imagination run wild at the new exhibition Dreams at the Moco Museum Amsterdam. This exhibition takes you on a journey through a world filled with surreal art and immersive installations. From colorful artworks to interactive experiences, Dreams brings your fantasies to life. Be inspired by artists who challenge you to think and dream bigger.
Available until July 7, 2025, MOCO Museum – mocomuseum.com

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© Dream – Moco Museum

Women of Amsterdam: A Tribute

Discover the stories of the women who shaped Amsterdam in the exhibition Women of Amsterdam: A Tribute at the Amsterdam Museum. From powerful activists to inspiring artists and unsung heroines, this expo highlights the women who gave the city its character. Be amazed by their contributions to Amsterdam’s history and culture—a true tribute to the women who made the city what it is today!
Available until August 31, 2025, Amsterdam Museum – amsterdammuseum.nl

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