Free Museums Amsterdam
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Amsterdam is home to many excellent free museums that showcase the city's rich history and culture. Visitors can explore a wide range of topics from art and history to science and technology without spending a dime. These museums offer a fantastic opportunity to learn more about Amsterdam and its people without breaking the bank.
1. Rijksmuseum
The Rijksmuseum is one of Amsterdam's most popular museums, and it offers free entry to visitors under 18. The museum is home to an extensive collection of Dutch Golden Age art, including masterpieces by Rembrandt and Vermeer. 
2. Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum is dedicated to the works of the famous Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. Visitors can see some of his most iconic paintings, including The Bedroom and Sunflowers, free of charge on the first Sunday of the month. 
3. Anne Frank House
The Anne Frank House is a moving tribute to the young Jewish girl who hid from the Nazis during World War II. The museum is free for children under 10, and visitors can explore the secret annex where Anne and her family lived in hiding. 
4. Stedelijk Museum
The Stedelijk Museum is Amsterdam's leading museum of modern and contemporary art. Visitors can view works by artists such as Karel Appel and Piet Mondrian without paying an entry fee on the first Monday of the month. 
5. Foam Photography Museum
Foam is a photography museum located in the heart of Amsterdam. The museum offers free entry to visitors under 18, and it showcases both historic and contemporary photography. 
6. Royal Palace Amsterdam
The Royal Palace in Amsterdam is a stunning example of Dutch classical architecture. Visitors can explore the palace's grand halls and opulent furnishings for free on King's Day (27 April) and during the annual Open Monument Day. 
7. NEMO Science Museum
NEMO is a hands-on science museum located near Amsterdam Central Station. The museum offers free entry to children under 4, and visitors can enjoy interactive exhibits on topics such as energy, water, and technology. 
8. Museum Willet-Holthuysen
This historic canal house museum offers free entry to children under 5. Visitors can step back in time and explore the beautifully preserved rooms and gardens of a wealthy 18th-century Amsterdam merchant family. 
9. Dutch Resistance Museum
The Dutch Resistance Museum tells the story of the brave individuals who stood up against the Nazis during World War II. Visitors can learn about the Dutch resistance movement and the impact of the war on Amsterdam's residents for free on Liberation Day (5 May). 
10. Rembrandt House Museum
The Rembrandt House Museum is located in the former home of the famous Dutch artist Rembrandt van Rijn. Visitors can see an impressive collection of his etchings and paintings, as well as a reconstruction of his studio, free of charge on Museum Night in November. 
