Visit AMSTERDAM 🇳🇱 Street Art, Galleries, Events

[kfroms]

Jun 2, 2022 12:38:30 GMT 1 kjg said:

I live near Amsterdam and made a child-friendly list for another member a few months ago. I addes some things. Check it out:

Restaurants:

Farm to table: Restaurant de Kas. restaurantdekas.com

Thai: Thai Thai Poppetje, Van Speijkstraat 157HS. thaithaipoppetje.nl/

Vegan: Bonboon, Piraeusplein 59. bonboon.nl/

Japanese: Kyo, Koningsstraat 29. restaurantkyo.nl/

Pancakes: PANCAKES, different locations. pancakes.amsterdam/


Just some nice places to have a beer/lemonade/light lunch:

Hanneke’s Boom, Dijksgracht 4. hannekesboom.nl/

Pllek, TT Neveritaweg 59. pllek.nl/

Café Eik en Linde, Plantage Middenlaan 22. eikenlinde.nl/en/

Café-restaurant Amsterdam, Watertorenplein 6. cradam.nl/

Café-restaurant Stork, Gedempt Hamerkanaal 201. restaurantstork.nl/

Bar Botanique, Eerste van Swindenstraat 581. www.barbotanique.nl/en/

Mortimer, Nieuwezijds Kolk 33. mortimeramsterdam.com/


Some nice bookstores:

Boekhandel Scheltema, Rokin 9. www.scheltema.nl/

Boekhandel Van Pampus, Van Eesterenlaan 17. boekhandelvanpampus.nl/

The Book Exchange, Kloveniersburgwal 58. www.bookexchange.nl/


Other stuff:

STRAAT Street Art Museum, Immanuel Kanthof 1. straatmuseum.com/en

Nxt Museum, Asterweg 22. nxtmuseum.com/nl/

Eye Filmmuseum, IJpromenade 1. www.eyefilm.nl/en

Reflex Gallery Amsterdam. www.reflexamsterdam.com

Annet Gelink Gallery. www.annetgelink.com

Galerie Caroline O'Breen. www.carolineobreen.nl

This is Holland, Overhoeksplein 51. www.thisisholland.com/nl/home/

A’DAM Toren, Overhoeksplein 1. www.adamtoren.nl/

Thank you again for the list, kjg! 
We had a great weekend in Amsterdam although my daughter really does not appreciate the funny smell on every other corner….

[Dive Jedi]

Jun 2, 2022 10:34:05 GMT 1 toshspice said:

Any suggestion for exhibitions, galleries, bars,
restaurants to visit in Amsterdam? 

Behind the Central Train Station(which looks like a palace),
you can take a boat ride to the windmills at the Zaanse Schans. 
You will basicly pass my house.

Amsterdam is rather small, so you can walk around the center and pretty much see everything in a day or two. Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum and Moco (Banksy) are all on the same square ; Museum Plein.

[Daniel Silk]

Street Art in Amsterdam

[compound]

A question I never thought I’d hear.

Now what is there to do in Amsterdam 🧐

[Jeezuz Jones Snr]

Jun 2, 2022 20:08:33 GMT 1 compound said:

A question I never thought I’d hear.

Now what is there to do in Amsterdam 🧐

Haha yes..

Smoke white widow all morning, take Mexican mushrooms. Then hide in a wheelie

Bin for a few hours when everyone is trying to find you 😂

[compound]

Jun 2, 2022 21:14:55 GMT 1 Jeezuz Jones Snr said:

Jun 2, 2022 20:08:33 GMT 1 compound said:

A question I never thought I’d hear.

Now what is there to do in Amsterdam 🧐

Haha yes..

Smoke white widow all morning, take Mexican mushrooms. Then hide in a wheelie

Bin for a few hours when everyone is trying to find you 😂

Fries and mayo! Mmmm

[toshspice]

Bit late but…,Thanks to everyone for all your suggestions. All are very Much appreciated.

[nikos76]

Pour bien manger et bien boire à Amsterdam, je vous conseille Bierfabriek.



( www.bierfabriek.com/amsterdam/ ) don't forget to take the glass with you.


N'oubliez pas de faire un petit tour de "Lost in Amsterdam" lostinamsterdam.com/

et aussi "The Grasshopper" 

[ecudat]

For a first-timer to Amsterdam, what are the must-dos / must-sees? Both general and for art. (STRAAT is on my list for sure)

And what kind of locations are good to stay?

[telmooh]

Just leaving this one here ... Solo show in STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam. This place is worth a visit anyway, so kill two birds with one stone!

"Shepard Fairey at STRAAT

Shepard Fairey, the renowned artist and activist, is coming to STRAAT! Known for his iconic 'Andre The Giant Has A Posse' imagery, and Barack Obama’s 'Hope' campaign poster, Shepard will be showcasing his incredible talent in a major solo exhibition at our STRAAT Gallery. Not only will the exhibition feature over 130 of his works, but Shepard and his team are also creating two new murals: one on the museum's West exterior wall and a large-scale piece for the interior main hall collection. The gallery exhibition, titled "Printed Matters: Raise the Level," runs until Sunday, October 1st, 2023. Don't miss the chance to see Shepard Fairey's biggest solo exhibition ever in the Netherlands.

Solo exhibition Shepard Fairey / Printed Matters: Raise the Level 

Printed Matters: Raise the Level focuses on promoting the well-being of our planet. The phrase "raise the level" encompasses various aspects, including raising awareness about the impacts of burning fossil fuels and climate change, the rising sea levels caused by global warming, and the need for immediate action to protect the Earth. In essence, it urges us to elevate our efforts to save the planet.

Shepard Fairey's solo exhibition at STRAAT goes beyond environmental concerns and also addresses pressing issues such as nationalism, xenophobia, war, fake news, and threats to democracy. Fairey effectively communicates with viewers by incorporating familiar symbols, portraits, and texts in his artwork, encouraging them to engage in a meaningful dialogue about these relevant issues."

© STRAAT

straatmuseum.com/en/shepard-fairey

[Daniel Silk]

www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=keith+haring

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CsoRB7qsgJV

[Daniel Silk]

Shepard Fairey in Amsterdam.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CvfQ6YerzAL

www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=shepard+fairey

[Smokeidaeye]

Just booked our first trip to Amsterdam for next May. Really looking forward to checking out the art scene!

[telmooh]

Aug 4, 2023 3:44:59 GMT 1 Smokeidaeye said:

Just booked our first trip to Amsterdam for next May. Really looking forward to checking out the art scene!

When I am in Amsterdam, I always like to go by a small 'shop' in the center.

www.instagram.com/nicholas_groente_and_fruit/

P.S. Worth asking to see their 'secret garden'   (hopefully it's still there by then!)

[Daniel Silk]

Surely a must buy if you live in Amsterdam?

https://www.instagram.com/p/CvhxqeGIhac

www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=ben+eine

[Daniel Silk]

https://www.instagram.com/p/CvmOp1qoH3A

[Smokeidaeye]

Since we are traveling with 3 children I usually try to find places with 2 bedrooms versus having the family split between 2 hotel rooms but not having much luck if anyone has any recommendations?

[Street Arted 2020]

Aug 7, 2023 17:33:41 GMT 1 Smokeidaeye said:

Since we are traveling with 3 children I usually try to find places with 2 bedrooms versus having the family split between 2 hotel rooms but not having much luck if anyone has any recommendations?

Hotel Arena might be able to help

[kjg]

Aug 7, 2023 17:33:41 GMT 1 Smokeidaeye said:

Since we are traveling with 3 children I usually try to find places with 2 bedrooms versus having the family split between 2 hotel rooms but not having much luck if anyone has any recommendations?

Maybe you could rent an apartment?

[Smokeidaeye]

Aug 7, 2023 17:45:44 GMT 1 Street Arted 2020 said:

Aug 7, 2023 17:33:41 GMT 1 Smokeidaeye said:

Since we are traveling with 3 children I usually try to find places with 2 bedrooms versus having the family split between 2 hotel rooms but not having much luck if anyone has any recommendations?

Hotel Arena might be able to help

Thanks, I'll look into it!

[STRAAT Gallery]

Mando is opening her new solo exhibition 'Take Me Down' at STRAAT in Amsterdam.  If in Amsterdam opening reception is free to attend 6-9 PM Saturday May 11th.   STRAAT NDSM Plein 1, 1033WC Amsterdam

Print drop coming next week as well of 'The Power Of Whisper'. 


Full exhibition catalog of original works linked below:
straatmuseum.com/storage/downloadables/MANDO_MARIE_TAKE_ME_DOWN_EXHIBITION_CATALOG.pdf

[Smokeidaeye]

Nice! We will be in Amsterdam in about two weeks so will be sure to check out the exhibit!

[Wanchope]

I’m getting massive Faile vibes

[SFBM]

May 10, 2024 18:58:33 GMT 1 Wanchope said:

I’m getting massive Faile vibes

Take your point but to be fair Mando Marie has been doing this type of work for years 

[Lroy]

Really nice !

[Smokeidaeye]

Just got home from a trip to Amsterdam with the family. A definite "don't miss" was the Straat museum. It was an amazing opportunity to get up close with works by well known street artists from around the world, many that I already knew and others that I just discovered while walking the huge space.

I shared several photo on Instagram that show the scope of the museum.

http://instagram.com/p/C7v6yx9g5f4

[vickiero]

Oh, you'll love Amsterdam! The Van Gogh Museum is a must-see, and the Rijksmuseum is fantastic too. For modern art, definitely hit up the Stedelijk Museum. I wandered around the Jordaan neighborhood last time I was there and found some really cool street art and quirky galleries. Also, check out the NDSM Wharf—it's an old shipyard turned artsy area with incredible graffiti.

[kjg]

French graffiti artist Seth Globepainter will have a new show at Amsterdam Straat museum. Opening night is on Thursday 3 October. Of course the artist will be present during the opening. Seth will paint a new, large mural for the museum too. The museum shop will sell goodies from the show, like t-shirts, hoodies, books and prints.

More info here:

straatmuseum.com/en/blog/coming-soon-seth-globepainter-straat

If anyone needs anything (signed or not), just let me know. I can try to arrange some things, to a limited extent of course.

[kjg]

Aug 17, 2024 8:44:36 GMT 1 kjg said:

French graffiti artist Seth Globepainter will have a new show at Amsterdam Straat museum. Opening night is on Thursday 3 October. Of course the artist will be present during the opening. Seth will paint a new, large mural for the museum too. The museum shop will sell goodies from the show, like t-shirts, hoodies, books and prints.

More info here:

straatmuseum.com/en/blog/coming-soon-seth-globepainter-straat

If anyone needs anything (signed or not), just let me know. I can try to arrange some things, to a limited extent of course.

If you want to join the opening night you can send a message to Zoe at [e-mail]🙂👍🏻

[Cardiff]

Heading to Amsterdam Sunday and mistakenly read the post from 23 about Shep and booked tix to the Straat Hope the permanent collection's worth a look.

Any must visit restaurants around the city center? I got a list from a friend who lives there part time and he was pretty underwhelmed by the dining options.

Also, is Lionel Gallery still open?