Venue Hire
We are proud to make our historic monument available for rental with spaces suited for gatherings of all kinds.
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Rent a Space in the Heart of Amsterdam
The House with the Heads is a historic monument home to the Embassy of the Free Mind. Situated in the heart of Amsterdam, it is a living sanctuary for those seeking inspiration surrounded by timeless wisdom.
The monument makes for a perfect venue for book launches, meetings, networking events, training sessions, celebrations, and (official) weddings. Picture hosting a meeting in our Boardroom, surrounded by 17th-century books, or celebrating a special occasion in our magical garden in spring. Discover this hidden gem at Keizersgracht 123 and let us help you create lasting memories.
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Spaces for Hire
The House with the Heads offers several unique rooms and areas available for event hire. These spaces can be rented by the hour, arranged in your preferred layout, and equipped with audiovisual components. You can choose to rent individual rooms, combine multiple spaces, or reserve the entire building for your event.
Note
We offer a 25% discount for non-profit organisations.
Listed rates are subject to change.
All rates are exclusive of VAT.
All rates are exclusive of tours, catering, or other services.
Grand Hall
Ideal for larger events. Lectures, sit-down dinners, large workshops, a presentation, or standing reception. Equipped with an in-built sound system to match requirements.
Capacity
- Theatre 60 pax
- Reception 100 pax
- Sit-down dinner 40 pax
Equipment
- 1 LCD screen with HDMI cable and clicker
- Laptop
- Speakers
- Livestream (including personnel)
Café
Warm, informal, and welcoming, our Café seats up to 24 for lunch or meetings and accommodates up to 30 for a standing reception. It is the natural home for the kind of gathering that benefits from a relaxed atmosphere: a lunch, casual drinks, or a small celebration.
Capacity
- Lunch / Meeting: 24 pax
- Standing Reception: 30 pax
Equipment
- Speaker
- TV Screen
C.G. Jung Kamer
At 35m², the C.G. Jung Room holds up to 25 participants in a workshop setting and up to 10 for a seated meeting. A full audiovisual setup — including LCD screen, HDMI, laptop, and livestream capability — makes it well-equipped for more formal programming.
Capacity
- Workshops 25 pax
- Meetings 10 pax
Equipment
- 1 LCD screen with HDMI cable and clicker
- Laptop
- Livestream (incl. personnel)
Boardroom
Ideal for exclusive private meetings or small-scale workshops, this 40m² room is our most exclusive offering. In addition to centuries of human thought housed within the walls, it is equipped with a desktop screen with HDMI connection supports whatever you need to present or discuss. For this unique space, pricing is available upon request.
Capacity
- Meetings 10 pax
Equipment
- 1 computer desktop screen with HDMI cable
Price on Request
Garden
Our 80m² Garden has the capacity for up to 80 guests for a standing reception, and 40 for a seated dinner. It is as suited to celebrations as it is to workshops, lunches and gatherings. In warmer months, our Garden transforms into one of the most memorable event spaces in the city, with the historic House with the Heads as its backdrop. Weddings, summer receptions, team days, or simply a dinner under open sky, the Garden adapts gracefully to each.
Capacity
- Standing Reception: 80 pax
- Dinner: 40 pax
Garden House
Our Garden House provides an ideal workshop or away-day space while enjoying the green of our Garden. At 50m², it accommodates up to 30 guests for a standing reception and 12-20 for a meeting or workshop. A kitchenette and smart TV make it practical without losing any of its charm. It is particularly well-suited to educational workshops, creative sessions, and intimate gatherings: where comfort and focus matter equally.
Capacity
- Standing reception 20 - 30 pax
- Meeting 12 - 20 pax
Equipment
- Smart TV
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Entire Building
Built in 1622, the House with the Heads is one of Amsterdam's most storied buildings and part of the National Heritage Foundation's Top 100. Contact mmarques@efm.amsterdam to learn more about the possibilities of renting the entire building for a special event.
Price on Request
Catering & Activties
At the Embassy of the Free Mind, catering can be arranged to suit the tone and scale of your event, from simple refreshments to curated receptions. We work with trusted local partners to provide thoughtful, high-quality options that complement the atmosphere of the occassion.
Catering
Price Per Person
Activities
Price per event
Venue Hire Process & Policy
Our Venue Rental offering is an integral feature of our mission to infuse contemporary life with the essence of freethinking and wisdom. We are very pleased that our Monument can host celebratory events, learning programmes, workshops, lectures and more.
With this, we also trust that respect is offered to the venue itself, as well as that the Terms and Conditions of our general Venue Hire policy and payment rules are met.
Read the full terms and conditions: EFM Venue Hire Terms & Conditions.
Should you have any questions or are curious about developing your programme at the Embassy of the Free Mind, please send an email to Maria Marqués Boving at mmarques@efm.amsterdam
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