Exclusive Detour: Explore the Archives
What’s behind the secure doors of the collection? Who decides what can go in there? Join the special Thursday Night Detour through the archives during Rotterdam Architecture Month and get to know the National Collection in a unique way.
19 June 2025 17:00 - 18:00
The National Collection
Nieuwe Instituut houses the National Collection for Dutch Architecture and Urban Planning, one of the largest architectural collections in the world. It offers an insight into the last 130 years of Dutch architecture and urban planning. Discover the secrets of the archives and find the answers to all your questions about architecture on this Detour.
How to join
You can only take part in this exclusive Detour through the collection on 5 and 19 June, during Rotterdam Architecture Month, so sign up quickly! Detours are free to join and have a maximum capacity of 15 people. Reserve your place using the link below.
Rotterdam Architecture Month
Rotterdam Architecture Month is the largest architecture festival in the Netherlands about the future of the city. Every year in June, a different location in Rotterdam becomes the vibrant centre of the festival. This year it is Schiemond, with dozens of events spread throughout the city.
Language: English/Dutch | Location: Nieuwe Instituut | RSVP (Free) | max. 15 people
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