Groningen University
From Oude Boteringestraat, Broerstraat leads to Academieplein, with the Academiegebouw, the administrative offices of Groningen University. Founded in 1614, the present building, in neo-Renaissance style, was erected in 1907-09 after a fire in 1906 which destroyed the old University building. On the facade are various allegorical figures.
Opposite the Academiegebouw is the University Library (1985).
Opposite the Academiegebouw is the University Library (1985).
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Biologico-Archaeological Institute
Farther south of Groningen University, at Poststraat 6, is the Biologico-Archaeological Institute, with a collection of prehistoric material.
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| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | Closed | Closed | 14:00 | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Close | 16:30 |
University Museum
At Zwanestraat 33, is the University Museum.
On display at the museum are the university's collection which consists of a wide variety of items, including an Egyptian mummy, the first electromagnetic car, as well as pieces related to astronomy, ethnology, as well as temporary exhibits.
On display at the museum are the university's collection which consists of a wide variety of items, including an Egyptian mummy, the first electromagnetic car, as well as pieces related to astronomy, ethnology, as well as temporary exhibits.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
