About us

17Th Century Paintings Golden Age Mauritshuis The Hague

The Mauritshuis is located in the centre of The Hague, the historical and political heart of the Netherlands. A small world-class museum with a formidable collection of Dutch and Flemish paintings from the 17th century; the golden age of this type of art. The museum consists of two striking historical buildings: the Mauritshuis, a city palace on the Plein in The Hague and the Prince William V Gallery at the Buitenhof.

Vermeer Meisje Met De Parel En Bezoekers Mauritshuis

Who are we?

You are never going to find as many impressive paintings per square metre in the Netherlands as here, in the Mauritshuis. Our museum is home to a world-famous collection of 17th century masterpieces with...
Museumnacht Gevel

Inclusiveness and Accessibility

Everyone is welcome at the Mauritshuis and Prince William V Gallery, regardless of whether you come alone or in a group, on foot or in a wheelchair. Our experienced team is always ready to assist you. We,...
Meisje Onderzoek

Working at the Mauritshuis

Our museum has a staff of eighty employees. We work very hard to make sure you won’t easily forget your experience in the Mauritshuis. Are you a creative talent with a profound love for art? Please join...
Hoogteendieptepuntenuithetdepot2

Annual reports

In a year where COVID-19 has completed turn the world upside down, the Mauritshuis has not rested on its laurels. We have worked very hard to keep our museum open, to the widest-possible audience. You...
Museum het Mauritshuis aanzicht met de Hofvijver en het Binnenhof in Den Haag

Building and sustainability

The Mauritshuis has had a BREEAM-NL In-Use sustainability certificate with a score of three stars ('Very Good') for building, management and use since 2019. Our ambition is to operate CO2 neutral from...
Mauritshuis (1)

Terms, Conditions & Privacy

We value your privacy and safety. On the following page you can find the terms and conditions for both our museum and our other (digital) services. In case of any questions, please don't hesitate to send...