Kids Museum & exhibitions Thursday 14 December 2023 - Sunday 14 January 2024 The most beautiful nativity scene in the Netherlands Practical information Museum CatharijneconventLange Nieuwstraat 383512 PH Utrecht View location Be enchanted by this magnificent stable housing over six hundred splendid nativity scene figures. These are genuine museum pieces dating back to the 18th century from the Italian city of Naples. Together, they form a complete miniature city bustling with activity, inviting exploration from every angle. Not only are the figures with their clothing and accessories stunning, but the backdrop in which they are displayed is also spectacular. The most beautiful nativity scene in the Netherlands is adorned with authentic Utrecht eye-catchers. Imagine the Dom Tower, the Winkel van Sinkel as an inn, a flower market along the Utrecht canal, and the Sonnenborgh observatory. Even the oldest house in Utrecht is part of this scene. This unique 18th-century nativity scene originates from Naples, Italy. During that time, affluent families competed to gather the most exquisite nativity scene figures. There was a fierce competition to possess the largest, most beautiful, and most valuable nativity scene. Only the best would suffice. The figures were crafted by the greatest Baroque artists. Each figure is a work of art in itself, with terracotta heads and wooden limbs skillfully painted. The delicate clothing is made from silk, wool, cotton, and brocade, often meticulously embroidered and adorned with pearls, ivory, and mother-of-pearl. Practical Information Tickets Entry to ‘The Most Beautiful Nativity Scene in the Netherlands’ is free. No reservation is required. Opening Hours Thursday, December 14, 2023, to Sunday, January 14, 2024 Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Christmas Day: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Boxing Day: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM New Year’s Eve: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM New Year’s Day: Closed Advertisement Festivals Festivals Nawafiz نوافذ TivoliVredenburg Date Fri 24 May Time 17:45 - 03:00 Classical music Classical music Saturday afternoon music Domkerk Dom Church Date continuous Time sa: 15:30 Museum & exhibitions Museum & exhibitions Gaia EXboot Date Thu 30 May to Sun 30 Jun Advertisement Museum & exhibitions Museum & exhibitions DOMunder DOMunder Date continuous Time 10:30 - 16:30 Classical music Classical music Pynarello: Anniversary Concert TivoliVredenburg Date Fri 31 May Time 20:15 Cabaret & stand-up Cabaret & stand-up Comedy Walks Utrecht Dom Square Date continuous Time su: 13:00 - 14:30 More agenda Calendar More inspiration in Utrecht Museum & exhibitions Holiday! - a century of holiday joy Volksbuurtmuseum Date Fri 24 May to Sun 15 Sep