The International Friends of the Mauritshuis are delighted to invite you to join and your guests to participate in a workshop where you can try your hand at seventeenth-century style writing and printing.
Formerly called the Meermanno Museum and now the world’s oldest book museum, the beautiful building on Prinsessegracht 30 was originally home to Johann Meermann (1751-1815), a renowned collector of books, paintings and rare manuscripts. His younger cousin, Baron Van Westreenen van Tiellandt, developed the collection further and, on his death, the house with its magnificent collection of books dating back to the sixth century, was bequeathed to the state and became a museum.
Become our friend
As a Friend, you are indispensable to the Mauritshuis. Thanks to your support, we can continue to share the collection, both now and in the future.
With the support of our Friends, magnificent works have been added to our collection, such as this masterpiece by Clara Peeters Still Life with Cheeses, Almonds, and Pretzels, 1615. The Friends also contribute to special exhibitions, including Facelifts & Makeovers (2021).
In return for this friendship, we are happy to offer something in return. As a Friend, you always have free access to the Mauritshuis, and we organize special Friend openings. You receive our magazine, and you have access to various activities, including the mentioned lecture. Additionally, you always enjoy a 10% discount in our museum shop.
