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Sexmuseum
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Sexmuseum

📍 Damrak 18, Amsterdam, 1012LH🏗 1985-03-22

Sexmuseum, also known as the Venustempel, is Amsterdam’s long-running peek into the history of human sexuality. Opened in 1985, it sits in a 17th‑century building on Damrak, just a short stroll from the central transport hub, a detail that nods to its central location in the city’s liberal heritage. You’ll notice the museum presents a wide array of artifacts—pictures, recordings, paintings, and objects—that trace how attitudes toward sex have shifted across eras. The collection is organized around famous figures, with rooms named after Mata Hari, Oscar Wilde, Marquis de Sade, Rudolf Valentino, and Marquise de Pompadour, giving each space a playful historical anchor. A practical note: the site emphasizes accessibility through its history-focused approach, and guests are reminded that the venue enforces a policy restricting entry to visitors 16 and older. …

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