Welcome to Museum 't Kromhout
The history of Amsterdam shipbuilding with working engines at a unique location in the center of Amsterdam!
Open every Tuesday. Now also open every 3rd Sunday of the month!
In an area that was once home to many small shipyards, the cradle of the nautical industry, Museum ‘t Kromhout is the only surviving evidence of shipbuilding in Amsterdam and its economic glory into the twentieth century.
Werf ‘t Kromhout was founded 150 years ago during the “Industrial Revolution”. Until the end of the 60s, the legendary Kromhout engines were built here. The Westkap is still in use as a shipyard. In the impressive Oosthal you will find a fascinating presentation of the history and the historic, still working Kromhout engines that have been made here since 1895.
Engines running on Tuesdays. The maintenance and restoration process of the engines can be followed closely. Our volunteers are always ready to answer questions and explain the history and technology of internal combustion engines.
Now also open every 3rd Sunday of the month!
A must for schoolchildren and students!
Would you like to know more about our programmes for MBO and HBO students? We can organize group tours on any day (in consultation).
Need Information? Phone: (Tuesdays only) 020-6276777,
Mobile: 06-5332 1957
E-mail: info@kromhoutmuseum.nl
Dynamic collection
In addition to impressive engines that are still in working order, the collection consists of a multitude of special and sometimes very unexpected objects. On Instagram and Facebook, our curator regularly selects an object and gives an explanation and explanation.
“Great museum and fantastic explanations”
The museum regularly participates in major events. See here for an overview.
Come and visit us with family and friends and take advantage of the advantageous group rates!
“Great museum and fantastic explanations”
The museum regularly participates in major events. See here for an overview.
Come and visit us with family and friends and take advantage of the advantageous group rates!
“Interesting technique and good explanation, learned a lot today”
“Enthusiastic reception, then we were shown around by an enthusiastic volunteer”
“Engines were started especially for us”
“Super cool location”
“We were even able to moor by boat, right next to the museum!”
