STRAAT Museum

Discover STRAAT Museum

STRAAT: Where Street Art Becomes an Experience

Tucked inside a former shipyard in Amsterdam, STRAAT is one of the most extraordinary museum spaces in Europe. Dedicated entirely to street art and graffiti, it brings together over 180 works by more than 170 artists from around the world, not as reproductions or prints, but as full-scale murals created directly on-site. Standing in front of walls that rival the size of building facades, you quickly realise this is not your typical museum visit.

The sheer scale of the place is part of what makes it so memorable. Every piece was conceived and executed within the space itself, giving the entire collection a raw, authentic energy that's hard to replicate anywhere else. Whether you're a lifelong fan of urban art or discovering it for the first time, the impact is immediate.

Urban Artivism: When Creativity Meets Conscience

STRAAT's current exhibition, Urban Artivism, takes that energy a step further. It brings together artists who don't just paint, they protest, provoke, and push for change. The works on display tackle environmental issues head-on, turning the museum into a space for reflection as much as admiration.

At the heart of the exhibition is an installation by Dulk, an artist and environmental activist whose visually rich, deeply symbolic work has earned him recognition far beyond the street art world. His contribution here is one of the exhibition's most powerful moments, blending beauty with urgency in a way that stays with you long after you leave.

Worth the Visit

STRAAT is a reminder that street art is far more than decoration, it's a voice, a movement, and increasingly, a call to action. If you're in Amsterdam, it deserves a place at the top of your list.

Plan your visit

STRAAT Museum is located in Amsterdam. Before travelling, consult the venue’s official website for current opening hours, accessibility information, temporary exhibitions and ticket conditions.