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Discover stories from our collection, visitors and the history of Amersfoort.
Napoleon visited Amersfoort in 1811. The city hoped for a historic moment, but the emperor was mostly in a hurry.
In 1795, France invaded the Batavian Republic, which included Amersfoort. The city suddenly came under French rule. Amersfoort became subject to French laws and regulations. Men from Amersfoort were even required to serve in the French army.
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This museum truly moved me. The way history comes to life here is incredibly special.
Sophie van den Berg
Visited the Carla Kogelman exhibition
24 June 2026
Opening a new exhibition is always a celebration, but also nerve-wracking: how will it be received? That is why we are especially proud of the review that de Volkskrant wrote about our exhibition Carla Kogelman: A Closer Look.
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A photo says a great deal. But what happens when you also hear the story behind it? At the exhibition Carla Kogelman: A Closer Look, you discover not only the images by photographer Carla Kogelman, but also the personal stories of the people in the photographs.
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Give art and heritage a face
Read moreMuseum Amersfoort is a versatile museum in the heart of the city. With a rich collection of visual art and a varied programme of exhibitions and activities, the museum has something for everyone.
The museum is located across three special venues: the monumental building at Zonnehof, sculpture park De Arkesteijn and the studio of artist Jan van der Toorn. Together they form a unique museum environment where art, nature and architecture come together.
Recognised as the most innovative museum for school visits in the Netherlands
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