museum amstelkring

on the day of the ascention, i went to the museum amstelkring, also known as "our lord in the attic" church.  the church is over 400 years older.  unfortunately, the red light district has encroached on the little church.  it is about half a block away, which is slightly ironic!  the church is undergoing renovations.

this museum had no signage, just an audio guide to follow along.  it uses a pretty effective method.  the museum employee set it up to the proper language, point to a special sign in each room, and then listen.  it was also included in the ticket price. 

it was in this audio that it was emphasized how "lucky" we were to see the church under renovation.   it was a little annoying.  i do not think so.  they kept mentioning that we could see it in the "original state."  i am not really sure what they meant by this.  this was not like "the original state" when it was under construction.  i am also getting a little cranky about museums still charging full fair when things are under construction.  when you pay the entrance ticket, it is to get the full experience of how it was at its peak.  this museum was missing all of the paintings, organ, and pure decorations.  it was pretty bare bone.   part of the reason you come is to see all of that stuff.

inside of the church - three attics connected

outside of the church

i liked the architectural enhancements and the descriptions were fantastic.  i did learn a lot form the audio guide.  they explained how the owner connected the attic of three houses to create this church.  it was pretty fantastic.

 

time spent in house: 45 minutes

times visited: 1

overall: B+