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Jewish Historical Museum

Joods Historisch Museum

Jewish Historical Museum. History of the Jewish people, culture and religion.

Address: Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1
Getting there: tram 9 or 14, metro 51, 53 or 54 to Waterlooplein
Hours: 11:00-17:00 daily (except some Jewish holidays)
Price: €9
Website: jhm.nl (opens in a new tab)

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