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About the Museum
Fotomuseum Hilversum is the museum for contemporary photography in the heart of the media city. The museum showcases photojournalism, documentary photo stories, and projects that explore current visual culture. In a world where people are inundated with images daily, the museum offers space for reflection, context, and truly seeing.
In addition to exhibitions, the museum presents an active program of artist talks, guided tours, workshops, film screenings, and public discussions. Through this, Fotomuseum Hilversum provides depth, dialogue, and opportunities for connection between creators and audiences.
The museum collaborates with partners such as World Press Photo, Zilveren Camera, and media partner Het Perfecte Plaatje. Its programming focuses on both leading photographers and emerging talent, highlighting how images are created, circulated, and given meaning.
Fotomuseum Hilversum is housed in the former town hall and features five exhibition halls, a museum café, and a shop. Under the motto Discover, Meet, Tell, the museum invites visitors to experience photography, connect with others, and share stories.
History
History
Fotomuseum Hilversum is housed in the former town hall of Hilversum on the Kerkbrink. The core of the building is now approximately 250 years old, making it one of the oldest buildings in Hilversum. The Old Town Hall was designed in 1880-1881 by municipal architect Johannes Rietbergen (1836-1896) and served as Hilversum's town hall until 1931.
After this period, the Goois Museum opened, focusing primarily on local history and regional art. In 2005, the museum was expanded with a circular extension designed by architect Hans Ruyssenaars, and the entire building was renovated.
In 2013, the museum became independent. This led to a reorientation of both its programming and collection policy, with photography increasingly taking center stage. Over the past ten years, the museum has fully developed in this direction. In December 2025, the museum changed its name from Museum Hilversum to Fotomuseum Hilversum.
Press & media
For more information, or to request images or an interview, please contact:
Marguerite Nolan, Communications / PR Officer, via marguerite@museumhilversum.nl
Other high-resolution press images are available upon request.
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