Wereldmuseum Amsterdam

What a wonderful discovery. I had passed the building before but never visited inside. Using my handy Museums Card (which is always worth picking up even if you only visit 3-4 museums) I managed to get 'free' entry. Lockers available, bag and jacket locked away, and off to explore this incredible building. An enormous space, filled with inspiring stories and installations. The temporary shows we saw based around the history and influence of the sari, and another on martial arts, were fantastically enjoyable. Not only did you learn a lot but the latter exhibition had lots of interactive aspects to it which made it all the more fun too. It wasn't busy, though we did arrive right as the doors opened, but definitely worth a visit. It's slightly off the popular tourist trails but a 10 min tram ride from the centre and you are there. So much to explore that we shall need to return again one day soon to see the rest of the collection!

I enjoyed my experience, the museum has over four hundred thousand interesting art exhibits and body of works, it is worth your time and a good place to add as a tourist destination. The truth is that you cannot use one day visit to view the entire museum exhibits. So I suggest you plan more visit. It is a place to go spend time and have a fascinating time with family or friends. I was amazed at the so many art collections and body of works, but what intrigued me the most was finding that a serious question that has always plaque me was posed, "when can we say culture is stolen (paraphrased)?" This question was borne out of the sheer need to understand how countries or individuals borrow indigenous arts, culture, technology etc, internalize it and then profit of it. You can find this body of works on the 1st floor.

A great museum covering the Netherlands colonial past and going in deep other cultures. When I went there I felt it was well curated allowing the exhibitions to cater to most interested. Some parts of the exhibition were exceptionally designed with interactive aspects to it making it engaging. Free audio guides are available.

The museum is quite impressive, and the exhibits that were there when I visited were so interesting. The museum does a good job taking accountability for the past colonial sins of the Netherlands and acknowledges the history of the country’s involvement in Indonesia and Suriname. There are plenty of cultural pieces from these former colonies as well as interesting temporary exhibitions.

I love this museum. The building is wonderful, the staff is always very nice and the exhibitions are contemporary and important. There are exhibitions about colonialism due to the museum's history as the colonialism focused museum of Amsterdam, environmentalism and identity to name just a few. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because I visited a year ago last time, and since then there was one small addition to the exhibitions at the museum but nothing more. I had hoped there would be a little more change and something new to be seen.

An excellent museum with exhibitions that matter! 🤩 I could see that they really thought through their curation and storytelling. For those who want to stay in their colonial comfort zone, however, this museum might be “confronting”. 😉 (Yet all the more recommended for such folks!)

I was very surprised by this museum. It was very interesting and huge. You can spend hours in here. The last floor exhibition wasn’t the best specially the one about plastic. But it’s a nice museum to learn more about culture and some part of the history.

Visiting the Tropenmuseum was an unforgettable experience that left me in awe of the rich tapestry of cultures and histories that make up our world. From the moment I stepped through its doors, I was transported on a journey through time and space. The highlight of my visit was the captivating Chinese New Year show, which brought to life the vibrant traditions and customs of this ancient celebration. As I wandered through the museum's halls, I was struck by the meticulous attention to detail in the photos and documents that chronicled the history of various cultures. Each exhibit was a testament to the dedication and passion of the curators, who had painstakingly curated a collection that was both educational and inspiring. One of the most memorable moments of my visit was when I stumbled upon a section dedicated to the history of Chinese immigrants in the Netherlands. Through photographs, artifacts, and personal stories, I gained a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs of this community, which has played such an integral role in shaping Dutch society. Overall, my experience at the Tropenmuseum was nothing short of magical. It was a journey of discovery and enlightenment that left me with a newfound appreciation for the diversity and richness of our world. I would highly recommend a visit to anyone seeking to broaden their horizons and deepen their understanding of the human experience.