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Exhibition and Tour of Ascension Day Service

The Ascension Day Service is a residential community of artists and free spirits. Visit the exhibition which details the history of this community, and celebrates the current residents of this special artists' residence during 24 hours Nieuw-West.

Amsterdam 750
Free entrance

Exhibition and Tour of Ascension Day Service

Dates
Sat 12 Oct13:00 - 17:00
Location
Rijkshemelvaartdienst
Oude Haagseweg 58
1066 BW Amsterdam
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The Ascension Day Service used to be part of the Defence Line of Amsterdam. The Military Drinking Water Supply was located in the main building and in the outbuildings. In the event of an attack on Amsterdam, this could be put into operation to provide residents and soldiers with drinking water.

Since 1989, the buildings have housed the artists' residence .

The exhibition consists of texts, photos and videos and can be seen in the restaurant from 13:00 to 17:00. The guided tour is at 15:00.

Practical information:

  • Free entry and exhibition between 13:00-17:00
  • Guided tour at 3pm

Part of

Amsterdam 750

On 27 October 2025, Amsterdam will be celebrating its 750th birthday. During the 12-month lead-up to this momentous milestone, the city is going all out. The festival year kicks off on 27 October 2024, filled with various activities from small neighbourhood get-togethers to major cultural events

More information
Amsterdam 750
Free entrance

Exhibition and Tour of Ascension Day Service

Dates
Sat 12 Oct13:00 - 17:00
Location
Rijkshemelvaartdienst
Oude Haagseweg 58
1066 BW Amsterdam
Contact