Nijntje Museum
Utrecht
The Nijntje Museum, located in Utrecht, Netherlands, is a unique children's museum centered around the beloved Dutch character Miffy (Nijntje), created by artist Dick Bruna. Originally opened in 2006 as the Dick Bruna House, it showcased over 1200 works by Bruna including his famous picture books, book covers, and posters. After extensive renovations, it reopened in 2016 as the Nijntje Museum, focusing primarily on toddlers and preschoolers. The museum offers interactive play areas where children can explore, learn, and create within the world of Miffy and her friends, reflecting Bruna's philosophy of providing a safe environment for children to independently discover and imagine. The museum also projects animations of Miffy and her friends on its facade during evenings. While the original studio and works of Dick Bruna are now exhibited in the Centraal Museum, the Nijntje Museum remains a vibrant space dedicated to early childhood engagement through art, storytelling, and play inspired by Bruna's minimalist and colorful style.
ヒント: Visit on weekends to enjoy special activities like storytelling sessions and art workshops. Booking tickets in advance is recommended during holidays and weekends to avoid queues. The museum offers multilingual storytelling events and projections in Dutch Sign Language, enhancing accessibility for diverse visitors. Early mornings or weekdays tend to be less crowded, providing a more relaxed visit experience.
興味深い事実
- •The museum is named after Miffy’s original Dutch name, 'nijntje,' which is a shortening of 'konijntje,' meaning 'little rabbit.'
- •Dick Bruna’s minimalist design uses only black, white, and primary colors, making Miffy instantly recognizable.
- •Since reopening, the museum projects animations of Miffy and her friends on its facade every evening.
- •The Nijntje Museum is part of the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, which houses Bruna's original studio and works.
- •The museum is designed specifically for toddlers and preschoolers to discover the world through play and creativity inspired by Bruna's philosophy.
歴史
The Nijntje Museum was first opened on February 18, 2006, as the Dick Bruna House, showcasing a large collection of Dick Bruna's artwork.
It closed in July 2015 for renovations and reopened on February 6, 2016, as the Nijntje Museum, shifting its focus to interactive experiences for young children.
The museum is part of the Centraal Museum in Utrecht.
The name 'nijntje' reflects the original Dutch diminutive for 'little rabbit,' and the museum's branding respects Bruna's stylistic choice of lowercase lettering throughout his work.
場所ガイド
Interactive Play Areas
Dedicated spaces where toddlers and preschoolers can engage in creative play, exploring the world of Miffy through hands-on activities, crafts, and sensory experiences.
Facade Animation Projection2016
An evening feature where animations of Miffy and her friends are projected onto the museum’s facade, creating a magical visual experience for visitors and passersby.
連絡先
電話: 030 236 2310