Jean-Michel Basquiat in Amsterdam
Jean-Michel Basquiat in Amsterdam
<p>Jean-Michel Basquiat is a revolutionary American artist, emerging from the streets of New York in the late 1970s, he forever changed the landscape of contemporary art. Basquiat was born in Brooklyn in 1960 to a Puerto Rican mother and Haitian father. He was a self-taught prodigy who found early inspiration in African art, jazz music, and street culture.</p>
The Crown King
Jean-Michel Basquiat's rise from the gritty streets of New York City to the walls of the world's top museums is the stuff of legends. His work represents a fusion of street art, historical symbolism, and raw emotion.
The Art History of Urban Poetry
Basquiat's works are often described as visual poetry, combining graffiti-inspired text, abstract figures and striking imagery.
Exhibiting artists include
Reviews
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
Friday – Saturday: 09:00 – 20:00
Sunday: 09:00 – 18:00
Duration
Approximately 60 minutes.
Location
Honthorststraat 20, Amsterdam (Museum Square)
Contact
Do you have a question? Chat with us (available Monday-Friday from 10:00 – 16:00) or email us at amsterdam@moco-museum.com.
For all other inquiries visit our contact page.
Audio Guide
Don't forget to bring your headphones to access the free audio tour.
Media Reviews
Forbes
Located in a sprawling mansion on Museumplein, Moco Museum brings together 20th-century legends like Dalí, Warhol, Keith Haring and Yayoi Kusama, alongside contemporary icons such as Banksy and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Skip the city's big three art museums in favor of this small but jam-packed gem of modern art on Museumplein.
Harper's BAZAAR
From Banksy to Basquiat and Keith Haring, Moco Museum brings together the biggest names in modern and street art - making it one of the best museums in Amsterdam. A must-visit for lovers of modern and street art, Moco Museum stands out among Amsterdam's top cultural institutions.
Condé Nast Traveler
Opened in 2016 by prominent local gallerists, Moco Museum continues to hog headlines, helped along by a magnificent setting in Villa Alsberg, a 1904 architectural beauty on Museumplein. With its heady mix of Pop Art and works by graffiti rock stars, Moco has enough contemporary swagger to make the neighboring Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum quake in their old-school boots.
Amsterdam Local Gems
Personal experiences can vary, but many visitors find the museum surprisingly engaging. The atmosphere is relaxed, making it a great spot for both art aficionados and those just looking to enjoy something different.
Tripadvisor
With a surprise at every corner and colourful, immersive art installations, Moco Museum is the perfect place to visit with family, and equally the perfect place to visit with friends.
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