Photo from iamsterdam.com

Photo from iamsterdam.com

Photo from iamsterdam.com

The Hermitage Amsterdam is the Dutch branch of the world-famous Hermitage in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Located on the banks of the Amstel River, the Hermitage Amsterdam is an exhibition space and cultural education centre with a focus on Russian history and culture.

Collection

Hermitage Amsterdam displays rotating selections of pieces from the Hermitage collection in Russia. These include paintings, graphic works, sculptures, applied art and archaeological discoveries. Hermitage Amsterdam has a special children’s section and regularly holds workshops focused on fun and creativity.

Dutch connection

Tsar Peter had a special relationship with Amsterdam, having lived in the city for several years. He founded the very first public museum in Russia, and some of the exhibits at the original Hermitage were items he acquired in the Netherlands. Back then, the museum offered visitors a free shot of vodka to entice them inside.

Opening Hours

Mo -Su: 10:00 - 17:00 hour; Closed on Thursday 25 December 2014; Closed on Saturday 26 April 2014; Open on Thursday 1 January 2015 from 11:00 - 17:00 hour.

Address: Amstel 51,1018 EJ AMSTERDAM

Contact: mail@hermitage.nl

Website: www.hermitage.nl