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Museum Het Schip
Museum4.6 · 1 5324.6 · 172≈ 1 h 30 minEntry: ~17.5 €2.3 km from the center
Museum Het Schip ('The Ship') in Amsterdam's Spaarndammerbuurt district is the supreme triumph of the Amsterdam School architectural movement. Designed in 1919 by Michel de Klerk as progressive social housing, its striking red-brick curves and ornamental turrets resemble an ocean liner. Visitors can explore the restored original post office, admire expressive brickwork details, and tour an authentic 1920s working-class family apartment.
Highlights
- Iconic masterpiece of the Amsterdam School designed by Michel de Klerk
- Expressive ornamental brick facade resembling an ocean vessel
- Restored historic post office and authentic 1920s worker's residence
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11:00 – 17:00 |
| Wed | 11:00 – 17:00 |
| Thu | 11:00 – 17:00 |
| Fri | 11:00 – 17:00 |
| Sat | 11:00 – 17:00 |
| Sun | 11:00 – 17:00 |
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