NeighbourhoodAmsterdam Noord
New Media Art
Nxt Museum Amsterdam
Step into the future at the first museum in the Netherlands dedicated to new media art, where monumental digital installations respond to your every move.
Best forDigital art fans & tech enthusiasts
Plan for1.5 to 2 hours
Worth knowingFeatures flashing lights and loud sounds
Innovation
Where Technology Meets Creativity
Nxt Museum serves as a pioneering space for new media art, situated in the industrial landscape of Amsterdam Noord. Housed in a former television studio, the museum provides the physical scale necessary for monumental digital works that would be impossible to display in traditional galleries. It is a venue where art is not just observed but experienced through the senses.
The museum focuses on the intersection of art and technology, showcasing works that utilize coding, light, and sound to explore social and philosophical themes. Each exhibition is designed to be immersive, often featuring motion-tracking technology that allows the art to react to the presence and movements of the visitors, making every journey through the space unique.
Beyond the galleries, the museum functions as a creative hub, offering a café and a platform for artists who work at the cutting edge of digital innovation. It is particularly suited for adults and older children who are interested in how modern tools are reshaping the boundaries of creative expression.
Origins
A Modern Industrial Transformation
The Nxt Museum opened its doors as the first permanent home for new media art in the Netherlands. By repurposing a large industrial television studio, the founders created a space that could accommodate the massive technical requirements of high-tech art, including heavy power loads and expansive dark rooms for projection mapping.
The choice of location in Amsterdam Noord reflects the area's ongoing transformation from an industrial shipping hub into a center for culture and innovation. The museum joins other nearby landmarks like the EYE Film Institute and A'DAM Tower in establishing the north side of the IJ river as a destination for contemporary creative experiences.
Experience
Immersive Digital Wonders
Scale
Monumental Installations
Walk through eight massive artworks that fill entire rooms, blending light and motion to create a sense of infinite space and digital depth.
Interaction
Responsive Art
Engage with installations that use sensors to track your movement, causing the digital environment to shift, pulse, or change color as you pass.
Sensory
Sound and Light
Experience a multisensory journey where synchronized audio and visual projections challenge your perception of reality and the digital world.
Atmosphere
The Flow of the Future
Arrival
Industrial Entry
Start your visit in the sleek, industrial lobby before entering the darkened exhibition halls where the digital world takes over.
Immersion
Darkened Galleries
Spend the majority of your time navigating through low-light environments designed to make the luminous digital projections pop.
Wind Down
Museum Café
After the sensory intensity of the exhibits, relax at the on-site café to process the futuristic themes you've just encountered.
Visuals
Capturing the Light
The museum is a highly photogenic space, with vibrant neon colors and complex geometric patterns providing a striking backdrop. Visitors are encouraged to take photos for personal use, though flash is strictly prohibited to maintain the integrity of the light-based installations.
Visitor Info
Planning Your Visit
To ensure a smooth experience, visitors should book their time slots in advance online. Prices vary depending on the time of day and availability. The museum is fully accessible for wheelchair users and those with strollers.
Tickets
Booking & Discounts
Special rates are available for students, CJP/EYCA cardholders, and groups of 10 or more. Combination tickets with AMAZE or Moco Museum are also offered.
Sensory Note
Trigger Warning
The exhibitions frequently use flashing lights and loud sounds, which may be triggering for visitors with photosensitivity or sensory processing needs.
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Directions
Getting to Amsterdam Noord
Nxt Museum is located at Asterweg 22 in Amsterdam Noord. It is easily reached by taking the free ferry from behind Amsterdam Centraal Station to Buiksloterweg, followed by a short bicycle ride or a walk of approximately 15 minutes. Public buses also serve the area, stopping within walking distance of the museum.
Questions
Common Inquiries
Is the museum suitable for children?⌄
Nxt Museum is best suited for older children and adults due to the nature of the digital art and the sensory environment.
Can I take photos inside?⌄
Yes, photography for personal use is allowed, but flash photography is prohibited as it interferes with the light installations.
Are Museumkaart or ICOM cards accepted?⌄
Yes, valid ICOM cards and NL Museum Subscriptions (Museumkaart) are accepted, though you may still need to book a time slot.
Is there a place to eat?⌄
Yes, the museum features an on-site café where visitors can enjoy refreshments before or after their tour.