Banksy in Amsterdam
Banksy in Amsterdam
<p>Banksy is in town – and you'll find him at Moco Museum Amsterdam. The world-famous street artist challenges the status quo and shows that art knows no boundaries. From his iconic paintings <em>Girl with Balloon</em> to 'Flower Thrower': explore Banksy's artwork in a place where rebellion meets creativity. Moco Museum offers the ultimate Banksy experience in the heart of Amsterdam.</p><p>Anonymous. British. Street art and graffiti prints. Need we say more? Banksy is one of the most influential artists of our time. Next to that, the elusive street artist has developed an iconic body of work that carries a political punch. The street artist/activist uses satire and dark humor to unpack topics like anti-war, anti-authority, human interest and environmental and socio-political issues.</p>
Banksy in Amsterdam at Moco Museum
The art of Banksy has sparked debate, admiration, and wonder across the globe – and now, visitors can experience Banksy artworks up close in the heart of Amsterdam.
As a result, Banksy's heavy impact on this world unites art lovers. Moreover, the street artist's work connects our collective consciousness. Banksy is a living example that art can change the world.
Moco Celebrates Banksy in the Museum
Wondering where you can see Banksy art in Amsterdam? Then, head over to the major exhibition of the British artist in Moco Museum on Museumplein! Moco is dedicated to embracing the voice of the city streets because those voices are the great effectors of change.
Moco Museum Amsterdam proudly houses one of the most extensive Banksy exhibitions in the Netherlands, making it the go-to Banksy museum for fans and collectors of street art and modern rebellion.
Laugh Now is an unauthorized Banksy exhibition in Amsterdam. Uniquely, the exhibition joins authenticated artworks made by Banksy for the indoor art market. In detail, many of the works come from private collections and collectors that would otherwise remain unseen. The Laugh Now exhibition is curated to give visitors an encyclopedic overview of the anonymous street artist's diversity in skill, technique, style and use of material.
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Openingstijden
Monday – Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
Friday – Saturday: 09:00 – 20:00
Sunday: 09:00 – 18:00
Duur
Approximately 60 minutes.
Locatie
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.
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Don't forget to bring your headphones to access the free audio tour.
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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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