Allard Pierson Museum
former museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, until 2019
Contents
9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Allard Pierson Museum3:39
Welcome, observant traveler, to the Allard Pierson. We stand here at the very threshold of one of the most remarkable repositories of human thought, art, and history in the world. …
Listen in the app2The Chamber of the Written Word and Mapped World3:45
As you move from the entrance foyer into our first major exhibition space, notice how the acoustics of the room change. The high ceilings and climate controlled environment create a hushed, reverent atmosphere entirely…
Listen in the app3The Gallery of Expression and the Natural World3:31
Following the natural flow of the museum, we turn the corner into a vibrant corridor where the focus shifts from the written word to the dynamic realms of human performance and the natural world. Welcome to the Gallery of…
Listen in the app4The Corridor of Cultural Tapestry3:30
As we transition deeper into the heart of the Allard Pierson, the atmosphere takes on a profoundly reflective quality. You are now entering the Corridor of Cultural Tapestry, a deeply moving space dedicated to the museum's…
Listen in the app5The Dawn of Eternity3:46
We now descend into the archaeological heart of the Allard Pierson, stepping back thousands of years into the deep antiquity of the Mediterranean and North Africa. The air here is kept exceptionally dry, a necessary precaution…
Listen in the app6The Embalmer's Laboratory3:32
Pass through the archway and enter a space dedicated to the astonishing medical and chemical advancements of the ancient world. This is the Embalmer's Laboratory. …
Listen in the app7The Chamber of the Amun Priest3:23
You have now reached the absolute zenith of the ancient embalmer's art. Step softly into the Chamber of the Amun Priest. …
Listen in the app8The Gallery of Roman Faces and Modern Science3:28
As we move into the final archaeological gallery, the visual aesthetic undergoes a dramatic and startling shift. You are entering the Gallery of Roman Faces and Modern Science. …
Listen in the app9Closing3:26
As we make our way back toward the entrance of the Allard Pierson, concluding our physical journey through the museum, it is time to pause and reflect on the immense scope of what we have just witnessed. We have traversed…
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What is Allard Pierson Museum?
Allard Pierson Museum is a place with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 9 |
| Total length | 32 min 00 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 52.3686, 4.8933 |
| Last updated |
