Dates: All year
What it’s about: This permanent exhibition at the Van Gogh Museum isn't just about staring at paintings (although you'll see famous ones like Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, The Bedroom, and The Potato Eaters). It's a full-on immersive experience that lets you see the world through his eyes. You'll also discover his drawings and letters that offer a deeper look into his creative process and the emotions he poured into his art. This exhibit lets you see his artistic journey, how his art explored themes like hope, love, anxiety, and the struggles of life, and how he constantly pushed himself to improve.
Collection highlights: The Potato Eaters, Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, Self-Portrait with Grey Felt Hat, Self-Portrait as a Painter, Wheatfield with a Reaper, The Yellow House (The Street), The Bedroom, and The Sower.
Dates: March 1 to September 1
What it’s about: You can see Van Gogh's influence in the intense colors, bold brushstrokes, and the personal themes Wong explored in his paintings. This exhibition dives deep into the artistic bond between these two artists. Both Van Gogh and Wong had a long, winding road before finding their true calling. They also both battled mental health issues, which sadly led to their early deaths. Both created deeply personal and emotionally charged works in their own styles. Matthew Wong | Vincent van Gogh: Painting as a Last Resort is the first major European showcase of Wong's work.
Collection highlights: Path to the Sea, Unknown Pleasures, A Walk Through Primordial Garden, Valley, Night Crossing, Somewhere, The Journey Home, The Night Watcher, Footprints in the Wind, Time After Time, Dark Reverie, and A Dream.
Dates: June 22 to October 13
What it’s about: Van Gogh lived in Provence in the late 1800s, and it inspired his art. Now, over 130 years later, the photographer Jeff Cowen is feeling the same magic evoked by Provence! Both Van Gogh and Cowen capture the power and beauty of nature. They show us everything from giant mountains and fields to tiny details on leaves and fruit. Van Gogh used bright colors and black-and-white drawings of the southern French landscape, while Cowen made large analog prints and even got creative with the chemicals during the photo development process to make each one special.
Collection highlights: P44 and Diptych.
Dates: October 11 to January 26
What it’s about: 150 years after the birth of Impressionism, the Van Gogh Museum is showcasing Vive l'impressionnisme! Masterpieces from Dutch Collections. Get up close and personal with works by Impressionist superstars like Monet, Degas, Pissarro, and Cézanne. You'll also see sculptures, drawings, prints, and pastels – all done in the Impressionist style. The exhibition also dives into how Impressionism came to the Netherlands. So, whether you're an Impressionist aficionado or just curious about this artistic movement, this exhibition is a must-see!
Collection highlights: Champ de coquelicots, Un verger au printemps, La maison du pêcheur, Walk in the Woods, and Tulip Fields near The Hague.
Dates: March 7 to June 9
What it's about: This Anselm Kiefer spring exhibit in 2025 is all about this German artist who's been obsessed with Van Gogh since he was a child. He also has a long history with the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, which bought and displayed his work from the beginning. Openly criticizing Germany's infamous history, Kiefer's works have themes of history, mythology, alchemy, and the effects of war. And now, Kiefer has created some never-seen-before works exclusively for this exhibit. For the first time, you get to see all of Kiefer's works alongside Van Gogh favorites. This exhibition is divided between two museums: you get one ticket to see both places! At the Van Gogh Museum, you'll see some of Van Gogh's masterpieces alongside Kiefer's works. Over at the Stedelijk, you'll get a Kiefer overload, including a brand new piece called Sag mir wo die Blumen sind.
Collection highlights: Sag mir wo die Blumen sind, Innenraum, The starry night, Voyage au bout de la nuit, and Van Gogh's Wheatfield with Crows.
The museum regularly updates its exhibitions. Van Gogh's Masterpieces is a permanent display you can explore all year round. Matthew Wong | Vincent van Gogh: Painting as a Last Resort and Jeff Cowen & Vincent van Gogh are temporary exhibitions currently on display at the museum.
Tickets are available online. Advance booking is recommended to ensure smooth entry. Advance booking is recommended, especially for temporary exhibitions, to secure your preferred visiting date and time.
Yes, there are guided tours for various exhibitions at the museum.
Photography for personal use may be allowed without flash. However, make sure you check the museum's photography policy upon arrival.
Yes, the museum offers family-friendly exhibitions and activities. Some exhibitions also feature interactive elements for children.
Visiting an exhibition usually takes about 1-2 hours, but visitors are welcome to spend as much time as they like.
Yes, the Van Gogh Museum periodically hosts special exhibitions focusing on different aspects of Van Gogh's life and work. The museum has previously displayed exhibitions like Van Gogh in Auvers: His Final Months, ‘Your Loving Vincent’: Van Gogh’s Greatest Letters, Van Gogh & Japan, and On the Verge of Insanity: Van Gogh and His Illness. You can check the Van Gogh Museum exhibitions page to learn about upcoming exhibitions.
The museum is fully accessible to visitors with disabilities, offering elevators and wheelchair-friendly pathways.