Allard Pierson Museum in Amsterdam
The archaeological museum of the 'Universiteit van Amsterdam' (University of Amsterdam) is named after Allard Pierson. He was the first Classical Archaeology professor at the University of Amsterdam. The collection contains numerous objects and artefacts from ancient Greek, Roman and Egyptian cultures. Visitors get a good insight into the daily life of these ancient civilizations. The objects date from 4000 B.C. to 500 A.D. Besides the permanent exhibition, the museum also organises temporary exhibitions on different themes such as music and the shipping industry.
The Allard Pierson Museum is located in the former office building of the Nederlandsche Bank, which was built in 1869 in Neoclassicist style.
Address: Oude Turfmarkt 127
Postal code: 1012GC
City: Amsterdam
