Instruments Of Science in the Netherlands

This functional solar system model was inspired by the famous Eisinga Planetarium.

This large copper bolt represents the benchmark for measuring sea levels in most of Europe.

The last of Amsterdam's original sea level markers remaining in place.

A nuclear reactor created for Eisenhower's "Atoms for Peace" campaign is now used for research at a Dutch university.

Once the world's biggest telescope, it was later used as a coat hanger by a famous Dutch astronomer.

A unique collection of gilded age mechanical pianos.

Oldest Museum of the Netherlands is a true cabinet of curiosities.

A former plague hospital turned medical museum.

Home to the world's oldest functioning orrery.