Amsterdam Map-fair

Maps have influenced the course of world history. They were used to settle conflicts, during battles, to construct roads or canals, on important shipping routes, and as propaganda tools. At the Amsterdam Map Fair, thirty national and international dealers will sell antique nautical charts, maps, atlases, globes and prints. 

On Saturday 7 September, 2024, the first Amsterdam Map-Fair will be held in The National Maritime Museum. At this carthography fair, antique dealers from The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, Portugal, Italy, Spain, The United States and South Korea will sell antique charts, maps, atlases, globes and prints. During the fair, there will also be several information stands, and lectures will be held. The full programme is to be found on the Map-Fair website.

Practical information

Entrance to the Amsterdam Map Fair is free.  

For Friends of The National Maritime Museum, the fair opens an hour earlier. As a Friend, you will have exclusive access to the Map Fair from 11 AM. Additionally, Friends receive a 10% discount on purchases from participating dealers. 

The fair also opens at 11 AM for special VIP-invitation holders. Furthermore, VIP-invitation holders can visit the museum for free from 10 AM. Would you like to receive a VIP invitation? You can request one via the Map Fair website.