A work of art as a starting point
Choose a work that catches your eye and look first at its subject, material and composition. Then read the background the museum provides. That leaves room both for your own observation and for information you cannot read from the work alone.
Keeping the city in mind
Ask how an object is connected to Leiden: through its maker, use, subject or another history. That connection can differ from piece to piece. That is precisely what makes a city museum broader than a chronological overview of events.
Choosing a route
Look at the current exhibitions in advance and decide where you want to linger. A wide-ranging collection does not have to be covered in full in a single visit. Check the ticket information and any different public-holiday hours for your date.
Before you go
Check the current exhibition and ticket arrangements, especially around special days.
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.
- Museum De Lakenhal — source 1
Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Research reference supplied; source content and claims still to be verified independently.
- Museum De Lakenhal — source 2
Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Research reference supplied; source content and claims still to be verified independently.