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Amsterdam: Oude Kerk Entry Ticket
10 ReviewsVisit Amsterdam's oldest building the Oude Kerk with contemporary art exhibtions. Besides its religious significance, the church has always been a vital part of Amsterdam’s social environment.
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Highlights
- Discover Amsterdam's oldest building and over 700 years of (city) history.
- Experience rotating contemporary art exhibitons
- See the final resting place of many renowned Amsterdammers
Description
The Oude Kerk, in the middle of the historic city centre, is a place for contemporary art and Amsterdam’s oldest building. Over the centuries, the church grew from a small wooden chapel (circa 1250) to an extensive hall church (circa 1570). Today, the building is considered an important (inter)national monument. The Oude Kerk invites artists to create new works exclusively for this location. The program connects past, present and future through the interplay of ancient heritage and contemporary art. The new works artists and musicians create here offer new perspectives on history, the world around us, and the future. We award two large art commissions annually to leading artists. An installation can adapt to the space or contrast with the historic environment. The commissioned works of art form the starting point for our extensive public program, such as the music series Silence, Monuments and also performances, guided tours and artist talks. Meeting place The Oude Kerk has long been more than just a church. Besides its religious significance, the church has always been a vital part of Amsterdam’s social environment. Fishermen would mend their nets and sails here. For centuries, the most important city papers were kept in the Iron Chapel and countless lovers signed their marriage certificates in the Oude Kerk. The church was a place for trade and concerts and still has this versatile social function. The Oude Kerk is a lively meeting place in the heart of Amsterdam. Netsled in a historical annexe of the Oude Kerk, the Koffieschenkerij offers a serene retreat in the bustling city centre. Here you can enjoy delicious coffee, teas, lemonade and cake its beautiful courtyard garden is open daily.Includes
Entry ticket to the church and exhibitions Audioguide in Dutch, English, German, French, Spanish or Italian.Easy cancellation
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