Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen, Haarlem

Name: Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen
Address: Haarlem, Netherlands

#62 among attractions in Haarlem

Museum, Natural history museum

Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen

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Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen, Haarlem

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The Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen, located on the east side of the Spaarne in downtown Haarlem, Netherlands, was established in 1752 and is the oldest society for the sciences in the country. The society has been housed in its present location, called Hodshon Huis, since 1841. Nearby the society is the Teylers Museum, a closely related museum of natural history founded in 1784. In 2002 the society was awarded the predicate "Royal" when it celebrated 250 years of science studies. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 52°22'47"N, 4°38'23"E

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Oude Stad (Spaarnwouderbuurt)Haarlem Netherlands

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Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Teylers Museum, Great Church, De Hallen Haarlem, Grote Markt.

~400 ftN
Museum of cultural history, opened 1784
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Gothic-style edifice and Mozart's organ
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~970 ftNW
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~1200 ftNW
Historic walking areas, Square, Event space
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~1280 ftNW
Medieval city hall with an ornate facade
City Hall, Haarlem
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~1200 ftNE
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~910 ftNW
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~940 ftNW
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen?

Nearby attractions include Smidtje Canal Cruises, Haarlem (2 min walk), Teylers astronomical observatory, Haarlem (2 min walk), Damstraat, Haarlem (2 min walk), Teylers Museum, Haarlem (2 min walk).

How to get to Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Koninklijke Hollandsche Maatschappij der Wetenschappen:

Bus

Turfmarkt • Lines: 2, 3, 568, 73 (5 min walk)
Centrum/Verwulft • Lines: 2, 3, 568, 73 (8 min walk)

Train

Haarlem (15 min walk)