William – The Price of Freedom
In William – The Price of Freedom, we rewind the story of the Father of the Dutch Nation – from his death in Delft back to the beginnings of the Dutch Revolt in Breda. A powerful tale of murder, resistance, and conflict.
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The price of freedom: once paid by Willem van Oranje – and still paid today by many around the world.
From Breda to Delft and Back Again
For the first time, the life story of Willem van Oranje in both Delft and Breda is being presented as one narrative. While Museum Prinsenhof Delft is temporarily closed for renovations, a significant part of its collection is on special display in Breda.
One of the highlights is a cast of Willem's tomb monument. According to his will, he wished to be buried in Breda. But due to the Spanish occupation at the time, his body remained in Delft. Now, for the duration of the exhibition, he is symbolically laid to rest in Breda.
On loan from: Museum Prinsenhof Delft, Koninklijke Bibliotheek, Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, Koninklijk Oudheidkundig Genootschap, Paleis Het Loo, Geschiedkundige Vereniging Oranje-Nassau ,Erfgoed Delft, Archeologie Delft, Amsterdam Museum, Stichting voor Hulp aan Delftse Jongeren, Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed, particuliere collectie GV-PVDM.
A Story That Still Matters
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The price of freedom: once paid by Willem van Oranje – and still paid today by many around the world.
From Breda to Delft and Back Again
For the first time, the life story of Willem van Oranje in both Delft and Breda is being presented as one narrative. While Museum Prinsenhof Delft is temporarily closed for renovations, a significant part of its collection is on special display in Breda.
One of the highlights is a cast of Willem's tomb monument. According to his will, he wished to be buried in Breda. But due to the Spanish occupation at the time, his body remained in Delft. Now, for the duration of the exhibition, he is symbolically laid to rest in Breda.
On loan from: Museum Prinsenhof Delft, Koninklijke Bibliotheek, Rijksmuseum Amsterdam, Koninklijk Oudheidkundig Genootschap, Paleis Het Loo, Geschiedkundige Vereniging Oranje-Nassau ,Erfgoed Delft, Archeologie Delft, Amsterdam Museum, Stichting voor Hulp aan Delftse Jongeren, Rijksdienst voor het Cultureel Erfgoed, particuliere collectie GV-PVDM.
A Story That Still Matters
Willem van Oranje died fighting for freedom – a struggle that continues around the world to this day. This exhibition draws a line from history to the present. In collaboration with Amnesty International, we shine a light on the ongoing fight for freedom and human rights.
Here, you will find William – The Price of Freedom
Stedelijk Museum Breda
Boschstraat 22
4811 GH Breda Plan your route naar William – The Price of Freedom
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Dates and times
- Every tuesday, wednesday, thursday and friday until april 6th, 2026 from 11:00 to 17:00
- Every saturday and sunday until april 6th, 2026 from 10:00 to 17:00