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Ambassade van de Vrije Geest: ideas among books and images

The Ambassade van de Vrije Geest in Amsterdam is a museum-library devoted to subjects including Hermetica, alchemy and mysticism. You will find it in the Huis met de Hoofden (House with the Heads).

Plan your visit ↗

Exploring unfamiliar concepts

These subjects often need explaining. Start with the introduction in a room and choose one concept to follow further. Images from rare books offer a visual way in, but without context they do not tell you what their makers meant by them.

Different spaces

Besides exhibitions, there is a reading room and the Graalkamer (Grail Room), among other spaces. The reading room offers a different kind of visit from looking at images. Ask which spaces are accessible on your day, as activities can affect the layout and access.

Stairs and variable hours

The historic building has no lift and is not wheelchair accessible. The museum may also open later or close earlier for a private event. Book if possible and check the current calendar before travelling to the Keizersgracht.

Before you go

Check for events and be prepared for several flights of stairs; payment is by bank card or credit card only.

Sources

This first edition has been compiled from collected museum information. Not all of the information has yet been confirmed by the museum. Viewing tips are by the editorial team. The sources used are listed below.

  1. Ambassade van de Vrije Geest — source 1

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Research reference supplied; source content and claims still to be verified independently.

  2. Ambassade van de Vrije Geest — source 2

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Research reference supplied; source content and claims still to be verified independently.

  3. Ambassade van de Vrije Geest — source 3

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Research reference supplied; source content and claims still to be verified independently.

  4. Ambassade van de Vrije Geest — source 4

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Research reference supplied; source content and claims still to be verified independently.

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