Frans Hals Museum, Haarlem

The Frans Hals Museum, located in the picturesque historic city of Haarlem, houses the most famous 17th-century works by the renowned Dutch Golden Age painter, Frans Hals. The famous artist specialized in painting individuals, ranging from rich Haarlem residents to less noteworthy figures such as the town fool and laughing fisherman. Visitors to the museum may see some of his most renowned paintings from the Golden Age alongside modern art installations, giving them a completely new perspective. The museum is divided into two sections, Hof and Hal, which are both within a short walking distance of each other, allowing visitors to meander through Haarlem's attractive historic town.

Since it first opened its doors in Groot Heiligland in 1913, the Frans Hals Museum has grown in popularity and curiosity. The museum's collection of Haarlem Old Masters of the Golden Age is unparalleled, including the world's biggest collection of Frans Hals paintings. Painting experienced a profound transition in the early seventeenth century, and the roots for this were built in Haarlem. Because this shift eventually established the style and grandeur of the Golden Age, Haarlem is rightfully considered its origin.

Location: Groot Heiligland 62, Haarlem, Netherlands, 2011

Website: franshalsmuseum.nl/en