De Lakenhal

Museum De Lakenhal has been Leiden’s municipal art museum since 1874.
Housed in a monumental 17th-century hall of inspection for wool fabrics, the museum offers a fascinating journey through the history of Leiden and its art collection.

Museum De Lakenhal’s collection includes paintings by famous Leiden masters, such as Rembrandt van Rijn and Lucas van Leyden, sculptures and arts and crafts and historical objects that tell the story of Leiden’s eventful past, from the Golden Age to the present.

In addition to its permanent collection, Museum De Lakenhal also hosts changing exhibitions on various topics related to art, history and culture.
Some highlights of Museum De Lakenhal:

• The Cradle of the Golden Age: This exhibition highlights Leiden’s time in the 17th century.
• Leiden University City: Discover Leiden’s rich academic history.
• The Siege and Relief of Leiden: Relive the heroic liberation of Leiden in 1574.
• Seven Centuries of Leiden Cloth: Dive into the fascinating world of the Leiden cloth industry.

Some fun facts about Museum De Lakenhal:

• The museum building is a national monument.
• In 2019, Museum De Lakenhal won the Museum Prize for best exhibition with “Rembrandt & the Masters of the North.
• The museum has an educational department that organizes various activities for schools and families.
• The museum store offers souvenirs, books and other fun products.

Are you in Leiden? Then a visit to Museum De Lakenhal is definitely recommended!