Museum Agenda & Exhibitions in Amsterdam: January 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 15 tips to visit in January 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 January 2025
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
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 from January 16 to May 25, 2025, Van Gogh Museum – vangoghmuseum.nl
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 from January 18 to June 1, 2025, Eye Museum – eyefilm.nl
Museum Agenda & Exhibitions in Amsterdam: more To Visit in January 2025
Underground
The Eye Filmmuseum shines a spotlight on American avant-garde cinema from the 1960s. Through an exhibition and extensive program, iconic and lesser-known films are showcased, highlighting the explosion of experimental form in artistic film. Admire works by key figures like Jonas Mekas, Marie Menken, and Stan Brakhage, alongside contributions from visual artists such as Bruce Conner, Yayoi Kusama, Yoko Ono, and Andy Warhol.
Available until January 5, 2025, Eye Museum – eyefilm.nl
© Eye Museum – Underground
Document Nederland
Dive into the world of Dutch festivals through the lens of Eddo Hartmann in the latest edition of Document Nederland. This exhibition captures the unique contrast between individual experience and the collective dynamics of festival culture. Using techniques such as long exposures, Hartmann creates a magical stillness in his images, isolating festival-goers against the backdrop of fleeting festival cities.
Available until January 12, 2025, Rijksmuseum – rijksmuseum.nl
© Rijksmuseum
Phosphor: Art & Fashion – Viviane Sassen
Explore the world of Viviane Sassen in the new exhibition PHOSPHOR: Art & Fashion. This Dutch artist, renowned for her impact on both fashion and photography, presents over 200 works, including photography, collages, and video art. Her unique visual language, rich in saturated colors and surreal perspectives, explores themes of intimacy, desire, and human emotion.
Available until January 12, 2025, FOAM – foam.org
© FOAM
More Exhibitions in Amsterdam to Visit in January
Aziatisch Brons: 4000 Years of Beauty
The Rijksmuseum presents Aziatisch Brons: 4000 Years of Beauty, an impressive exhibition featuring over 75 bronze masterpieces from India, China, Japan, and Thailand. For the first time in the Netherlands, you can admire sculptures of Buddha, Shiva, and Vishnu, showcasing how bronze represented heavenly ideals on earth. From bronze mirrors to weapons and incense burners, this exhibition offers a unique look into Asian artistry.
Available until January 12, 2025, Rijksmuseum – rijksmuseum.nl
© Rijksmuseum – Aziatisch Brons
Vive l’Impressionnisme
Are you a fan of impressionism? Then you cannot miss the exhibition Vive l’Impressionnisme! at the Van Gogh Museum. Explore masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet, and their contemporaries, and immerse yourself in the world of light, color, and movement. A unique opportunity to view the most iconic works of impressionism up close.
Available until January 26, 2025, Van Gogh Museum – vangoghmuseum.nl
Van Gogh Museum
Al die Amsterdamse mensen
The Stadsarchief Amsterdam opens the exhibition Al die Amsterdamse Mensen: Photos from 1970–1990. This photography showcase offers a unique glimpse into the 1970s and ’80s when the city underwent significant changes. From urban renewal and the construction of the metro line to economic crises and mass migration to surrounding cities, Amsterdam transformed into a financial hub. Meanwhile, the city also grew due to labor migration and family reunification. A must-see for those intrigued by Amsterdam’s evolving identity.
Available until January 26, 2025, Stadsarchief Amsterdam – amsterdam.nl
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
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
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
VAN GOGH & REMBRANDT IN AMSTERDAM © yourlbb
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
Pijlers van het Leven © Groote Museum
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
© 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
For you: Amsterdam tips to keep top of mind
The essential tips and (restaurant) shortlists that you always want to have on hand for a dose of Amsterdam inspiration.
► Restaurant hit-list:
new restaurants |
favorite restaurants |
wine bars |
lunch &
brunch |
breakfast |
coffee |
terraces |
coming soon |
more tips >>
► TOP-5 hotels:
The Hoxton LLOYD |
Hotel Jakarta |
Pulitzer |
Volkshotel |
Sir Adam|
more tips >>
► TOP-5 museums & experiences:
Le Foodwalk |
STRAAT Museum |
Fabrique des Lumières |
MOCO |
Amaze |
more tips >>
| PS: don’t live in Amsterdam? Rent a bike here >>
► Fun city trips by train from Amsterdam:
Paris (from €35,-),
Antwerp (from €21,-),
London (from €103,- round trip),
Berlin (from €38,-) &
Düsseldorf (from €20,-)
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