Art and culture

Visual arts, music and theatre in Amstelveen

Amstelveen offers art and culture for everyone. The greenest municipality of the Randstad has a unique collection of visual art in public places. With various venues, open-air theatres and festivals, Amstelveen is a leader in the performing arts.

With the Cobra Museum and JAN Museum, Amstelveen houses two leading museums of modern art. Enjoy contemporary art and culture in Amstelveen peacefully.

Information on what is on offer, the right dates, opening times and other updates is available on the communication channels of the organisers and providers.

Music, dance & theater - A theater, two open-air theaters, several smaller stages and a unique puppet theater. In Amstelveen you can enjoy the best in cabaret, music, dance, theater every day.

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  • Museum Jan

    Museum Jan

    Industrial Jan van der Togt brought together a unique collection of glass art and contemporary art. In addition to this permanent collection, the friendly Amstelveen museum offers challenging changing exhibitions.

    Visit Museum Jan

  • Cobra Museum of modern art

    Cobra Museum of modern art Cobra Museum Amstelveen

    Shortly after the Second World War, the Cobra movement shocked the Dutch and international art world. The Cobra Museum in Amstelveen is the museum about this illustrious art movement. The museum also presents rotating exhibitions on 20th century and contemporary art.

    Visit Cobra Museum

  • Platform C

    Platform C

    Culture, Creativity and Communication under one roof: Platform C is the umbrella organization of Music and Dance School Amstelveen, Volksuniversiteit Amstelland and Kunstuitleen Amstelveen. The educational heart of Amstelveen for anyone who wants to make music, dance, learn and develop creatively.

    Visit Platform C

Galleries in Amstelveen

Amstelveen loves art. This is exposed in the city’s many galleries, displaying different forms of art. Galleries and studios regularly organise exhibitions and events. Or visit an online gallery in Amstelveen.

Discover contemporary art in Amstelveen!

Sculptures among the greenery

As a green municipality in the Randstad, Amstelveen has a wonderful collection with more than eighty sculptures in public spaces. From the classic 'Zuil met bloembak' (‘Column with flowerpot’) to the controversial 'Der Bogen' (‘Arch’) by Armando. Follow the sculpture trail or discover the collection on the interactive map.

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A day full of culture in Amstelveen

Cultural festivals

Dancing at Festivals in Amstelveen

Amstelveen Library

The Amstelveen Library location 'Stadsplein' is open seven days a week for relaxation and education. Enjoy a good book, an inspiring meeting, a unique performance or a creative workshop. In addition to the location in the City Centre, you are also welcome at the location in Westwijk.

More information about the library
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