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Het Dolhuys

Interactive exhibits on psychiatry in a 16th-century former mental institution & leper home.

Schotersingel 2, 2021 GE Haarlem
📞 023 541 0670

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Amenities

  • Good for kids
  • Restaurant
  • Toilets

Het Dolhuys is a museum located in Haarlem, Netherlands. It is dedicated to mental health and illness, and is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of mental health in the Netherlands.

The museum is housed in a former mental hospital, built in 1578, and is the oldest museum dedicated to mental health in the world. The building is a beautiful example of Dutch Renaissance architecture, and the museum's collection includes artifacts from the hospital's long history.

Visitors can explore the museum's permanent and temporary exhibitions, which explore the history of mental health in the Netherlands, and the current state of mental health care in the country. The museum also houses a library, which contains a wealth of information about mental health and related topics.

Het Dolhuys also offers a variety of educational programs and workshops, which are designed to educate visitors about mental health and illness. The museum also hosts lectures and symposia, which offer insight into current mental health issues.

Visitors to Het Dolhuys have praised the museum for its interesting and informative exhibitions, as well as its beautiful architecture. On TripAdvisor, one visitor said, "This museum is a must for anyone interested in the history of mental health in the Netherlands. The building is beautiful and the exhibitions are very informative and interesting."

Another visitor wrote, "This museum is a great place to learn about mental health and illness. The exhibitions are very informative and interesting, and the library is a great resource."

Het Dolhuys is a unique and fascinating museum, and a must-see for anyone interested in the history of mental health in the Netherlands. The museum's exhibitions, workshops, and lectures offer visitors an insight into the past and present of mental health in the country, while the beautiful architecture of the building provides a unique backdrop.

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5 stars

This museum won a European museum of the year 2022. It has an interactive audio tour on what is normal, outsider art and some introspective quizzes. It is all related to the mind, psychology and wellbeing. … More

4 stars

Enjoyed learning about the mind, psychiatry and the history of the building. Audio tour was great and easy to spend 1.5 hours here. Musuem shop is also nice. More

5 stars

This is one of my favourite museums ever!! So informative so interesting! Is a must go when in the Netherlands, 10 min away from the station of Haarlem also!! Have I photographed the whole place? Seems like it, but definitely not!! So so … More