Joods Historisch Museum

The Jewish Historical Museum is dedicated to the history, culture and religion of the Jewish people. Originally the Jewish people came to the liberal Netherlands as refugees from the oppressive Catholic regimes in South Europe, such as the Spanish inquisition. Despite that Jewish people have often been perceived as outsiders and at times even scapegoats, the industrious Jews have made many important contributions to the mercantile Netherlands and have made a lasting mark on Dutch culture. In this museum you can find exhibitions what it meant to be a Jew in the Netherlands throughout the ages. The museum shows the rich Jewish culture, from historical art to ceremonial objects. The museum aims to give a memorable impression of the heritage the Jewish people have given us.