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Willet-Holthuysen Museum Amsterdam
The Museum Willet-Holthuysen is a grand canal house in Amsterdam dating from the 17th century which is open to the public. It is located on the Hernegracht (or Gentleman's canal) not far from both Rembrandtplein and Waterlooplein. |
The house is named after the well-to-do Louisa Holthuysen (1824-1895) and her husband Abraham Willet who lived there in the 19th century. On her death she bequeathed the property to the city on the condition that it should become a museum.
The house has a fine collection of period furniture, ceramics, silverware and paintings spread over 3 floors and gives a glimpse into what life was like for its wealthy inhabitants. On the ground floor you will find the kitchen and garden. There is also a video room showing a short film about the history of the house.
The first floor contains a ballroom, dining room and a fine sitting room (pictured) overlooking the garden. The second floor has a bedroom with four poster bed. Visitors are given an information folder which gives some details on the main rooms.
The house is open between 1000 and 1700 weekdays, 1100 to 1700 on weekends and holidays. Admission costs €8, children 6-18 €4. Museumkaart, iamsterdam card holders and children up to 5 have free entry.
Museum
Willet-Holthuysen, Herengracht 605, Amsterdam
T: +31(0)20 523 1822