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In the center of Amsterdam

In the heart of Amsterdam, where history whispers through cobblestone streets and the air is thick with tales of the past, lies a treasure trove of literary wonders. This is the story of Amsterdam Antiquarian Bookstore, a new chapter in a long-standing legacy. Once known as Antiquariaat Schuhmacher, this storied bookshop has been a beacon for book lovers and collectors for over seven decades.

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  • June 13-15 | In Bloom: Gardens & Dutch Culture in Print

    June 13-15 | In Bloom: Gardens & Dutch Culture ...

    We’re excited to welcome you to AABookstore during this year’s Open Tuinen Dagen (Open Garden Days)—a beloved Amsterdam tradition that offers rare access to the city’s hidden green gems. In celebration,...

    June 13-15 | In Bloom: Gardens & Dutch Culture ...

    We’re excited to welcome you to AABookstore during this year’s Open Tuinen Dagen (Open Garden Days)—a beloved Amsterdam tradition that offers rare access to the city’s hidden green gems. In celebration,...

  • May 15 | Ancient Stars – Astrology in Antiquity with Charlotte Zhu (in English)

    May 15 | Ancient Stars – Astrology in Antiquity...

    Date: 15 May 2025, Thursday Time: 19:00 – 20:00 Location: cellar, Keizersgracht 123, Amsterdam Tickets: Free (Max 10 participants) Discover the celestial knowledge of the ancients! Charlotte Zhu, PhD researcher at the University of...

    May 15 | Ancient Stars – Astrology in Antiquity...

    Date: 15 May 2025, Thursday Time: 19:00 – 20:00 Location: cellar, Keizersgracht 123, Amsterdam Tickets: Free (Max 10 participants) Discover the celestial knowledge of the ancients! Charlotte Zhu, PhD researcher at the University of...

  • May 4 | PUBLISH AND BE FREE! - Bevrijdingsdag Exhibition

    May 4 | PUBLISH AND BE FREE! - Bevrijdingsdag E...

    Date: 4 & 5 May 2025 Location: Keizersgracht 123, Amsterdam Bevrijd! In 1940 begon het Duitse naziregime onmiddellijk met een aanval op de Nederlandse cultuur. Schilders en schrijvers, maar ook uitgevers...

    May 4 | PUBLISH AND BE FREE! - Bevrijdingsdag E...

    Date: 4 & 5 May 2025 Location: Keizersgracht 123, Amsterdam Bevrijd! In 1940 begon het Duitse naziregime onmiddellijk met een aanval op de Nederlandse cultuur. Schilders en schrijvers, maar ook uitgevers...

  • May 1 | The World of Rare Books - An Evening with Dr. Paul Dijstelberge (Dutch)

    May 1 | The World of Rare Books - An Evening wi...

    Date: 1 May 2025, ThursdayTime: 19:00 – 20:30 Location: cellar, Keizersgracht 123, Amsterdam Tickets: Free (Max 10 participants) Join us for an intimate evening with Dr. Paul Dijstelberge, former assistant professor in book history...

    May 1 | The World of Rare Books - An Evening wi...

    Date: 1 May 2025, ThursdayTime: 19:00 – 20:30 Location: cellar, Keizersgracht 123, Amsterdam Tickets: Free (Max 10 participants) Join us for an intimate evening with Dr. Paul Dijstelberge, former assistant professor in book history...

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We offer book evaluation service

This service is free of charge. But you need to bring you loved rare book(s) in person. Also, do not forget to make appointments below!

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