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Atlas once stood on the Royal Palace, now in a restorer's backyard

The iconic bronze statue of Atlas is undergoing extensive restoration in Antwerp after over 360 years atop the Royal Palace on Dam Square in Amsterdam. Restorer Derk Biront is cleaning the statue to return it to its original dark green color and replacing its internal structure to prevent moisture damage. The landmark is scheduled to return to its prominent position on the palace roof this May.

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Sea lions finally leave Artis after more than 100 years

After more than a century, Artis Zoo in Amsterdam has permanently closed its sea lion exhibit following concerns regarding the size of the enclosure. The three remaining sea lions have been relocated to a larger facility in Singapore, while their former habitat will be repurposed for the zoo's penguins.

Feeling Free review: Henny Vonk made beautiful music and is a valuable addition to the Dutch jazz canon

The Nederlands Jazz Archief has released Feeling Free, a collection of previously unheard recordings by the late Dutch jazz musician and poet Henny Vonk. This release serves as a significant tribute to her artistic legacy and her overlooked contributions to the Dutch jazz canon.

Museum Night 2026: 8 places you want to visit

On November 7, over 65 museums in Amsterdam will participate in Museumnacht, offering visitors special access to more than 260 events after regular closing hours. Attendees are encouraged to plan their visits ahead of time to navigate the extensive variety of programs spread throughout the city.

Rembrandt House Museum struggles with falling visitor numbers due to rising hotel VAT and tourist tax: ‘This policy is killing us and the entire city’

Amsterdam's cultural sector is voicing strong opposition to rising tourist taxes and VAT increases, which are blamed for a significant drop in international museum attendance. The Rembrandthuis is among the institutions facing financial strain due to these policies and a negative shift in public attitude toward visitors.

Netherlands player Jurriën Timber and girlfriend Roos de Back expecting first child

Dutch international footballer Jurriën Timber and his girlfriend, Roos de Back, have announced on social media that they are expecting their first child, a daughter. The couple, who currently live in London following Timber's move to Arsenal, shared the news via Instagram and received numerous congratulatory messages from family and teammates.