What to do and see in 9 Little Streets (Negen Straatjes), North Holland Province: The Best Museums

Alongside the beautiful Prinsengracht canal, close to the Westerkerk: you will find TERTIUS • Objets d'Art. A truly unique boutique department store and gallery in one. Featuring a fascinating mix of art by Amsterdam based artists, unique objects, antiques and brands from all over the world. For at home, to collect, or bring as stylish souvenir from Amsterdam. The beautifully curated emporium is owned by South-African born Tertius Xavier van Oosthuyzen (award-winning wedding photographer and collector). "My passion is to find unique objects, art and gifts for your home, each with a different story and giving a sense of luxury and well-being". Alongside the changing exhibition of art by internationally reknowned artists, you will find: antiques, Amsterdam and art books, cashmere, curiosités, candles, design lamps, Golden Age Dutch glassware, fragrances, watches and world-class brands, such as - L'Objet and Royal Delft.

Eddy Varekamp is a famous Amsterdam artist. His artworks include many themes like music, animals, Amsterdam and love life. Eddy makes fine handmade linocut and stencil prints and is known for his paintings and ceramics. Visit his cozy gallery in the 'Nine Street Area' in the middle of the canal district to see his latest work.

A modern take on the Amsterdam tradition of a merchant - A playful mix of life and commerce - A radical shift in showcasing contemporary art - Art space founded by Marsha Plotnitsky in 2012 - The Merchant House presents contemporary art in a project-based curated program with sales of art as a funding strategy. Established in 2012 by Marsha Plotnitsky, Artistic Director, it is a modern take on the Amsterdam tradition of a merchant. The program aims to contribute to artists’ careers, to participate in international art historical discourse, and to stimulate a vibrant cultural dialogue in the city. TMH has showcased international and Dutch innovators, such as Henk Peeters, Jan Schoonhoven, Andre de Jong, Chuck Close, Carolee Schneemann, Hilarius Hofstede, Craigie Horsfield, Judit Reigl, and Pino Pinelli. Each exhibition is accompanied by related cultural and research events and extensive catalogues as documentation. Program is funded by art sales.

A LOOK INSIDE A HOUSEBOAT At the Houseboat Museum, you get the chance to experience first-hand what it’s to live in a houseboat on an Amsterdam canal. The museum is located in the Hendika Maria”, a former cargo ship built in 1914. The cargo hold is now a cosy living space featuring all the conveniences and a surprising amount of space and comfort. * Photography permitted * Plenty headroom inside * Description available in twenty languages Welcome on board!

This museum has an odd specialty: you can trace the 700-year history of glasses through its art and culture.