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AMSTERDAM WALKING PATCH |
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Send $2.50 per patch to: |
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SHAPE Neighborhood Girl Scouts |
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Attn: Patch Program Coordinator |
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Unit 21420 |
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APO AE 09705 |
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This patch, originally designed by Soesterberg Neighborhood Girl Scouts, introduces you to some of the many attractions in Amsterdam, the capital city of the Netherlands. We have tried to make the requirements flexible enough for the various age groups and interests of those of you who would like to explore this city. You should be able to earn the patch in one day, but there is so much to see in Amsterdam you may like to spend a few days here. Be sure to wear your walking shoes and bring rain gear. |
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To earn the patch, you must complete the following requirements:
Read the enclosed article on Amsterdam and the Netherlands.
Study the list of Dutch words and be able to recognize them.
In Amsterdam, you are required to visit at least 4 places of interest: a museum, a church/cathedral, and at least two from the list of sights provided, or of your own choice.
Ride on one form of mass transit, (i.e. train, bus, tram, metro, canal boat)
Try one typical Dutch food (i.e. cheese, erwtensoep (thick pea soup in season) haring, pannekoeken (plate size pancakes with meats, vegetables, or fruit) pfooertjes, kroquets, oliebollen, speculaas cookies, bakery treats...)
Write a paragraph on what you have learned, places you went, highlights of your visit, and what you like best (younger Brownies may draw a picture or dictate a story for someone else to write). |
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PRINCIPLE MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES: Note: Admission charges vary for children and adults. There is often a reduction for children and groups. |
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1. MUSEUM AMSTELKRING (Our Lord in the Attic) Oudezijds Voorburgwal 40. |
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Mon-Sat 1000-1700, Sun/holidays 13-17, tram 4,9,16,24,25, metro. |
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This 17th Century merchants house is not what it appears to be. In actual fact, it also served as a secret place of worship during the time when Catholicism was forbidden. Children enjoy finding different ways to approach this attic Chapel (Note: this is an excellent museum, it is located in a high crime area.) |
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2. AMSTERDAM HISTORIC MUSEUM, Kalverstraat 92. |
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Tue-Sat 1000-1700, Sun/holidays 1300-1700; tram 1,2,4,5,9,16,24,25, metro. |
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During the middle ages, this building was the Convent of Saint Lucian. In 1578, it was confiscated by the supporters of the Prince of Orange from the Spanish. It later became an orphanage until 1960. Visitors can quickly grasp an insight into the history of Amsterdam by following the chronological order of the rooms. |
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3. ANNE FRANK HOUSE, Prinsengracht 263 |
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Mon-Sat 0900-1700, Sun/holidays 1000-1700, Tram 13,17 bus 21, 67. |
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Here is where Anne and her family hid from the Nazis from 1942-1944. Eventually they were found, put in concentration camps and Anne was exterminated. We suggest you see the movie or read the book Diary of Anne Frank before coming here, for this visit. |
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4. VAN GOGH MUSEUM, Paulus Potterstraat 7 |
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Tue-Sat 1000-1700, Sun/holidays 1300-1700, tram 2,5, 16. |
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5. REMBRANTHUIS, Jodenbreestaat 4-6 |
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Mon-Sat 1000-1700, Sun/holidays 1300-1700, tram 9 metro "Waterlooplein". Rembrant lived here for 20 years during the period of his life when he was most successful financially. There are etchings, drawings, and curios from Rembrant's period. |
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6. RIJKSMUSEUM, Stadhouderskae 42 |
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Tue-Sat 1000-1700, Sun/holidays 1300-1700, tram 1,2,5,16,24,25, bus 26,65,66. |
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National museum with the Dutch Master's paintings from 15-17 century, including Rembrant's "The Night Wacht" |
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7. NETHERLANDS SCHEEPVAART MUSEUM (MARITIME) |
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Kattenburegerplein, 1-7, Tue-Sat 1000-1700, Sun/holidays 1300-1700 A short Walk from Central Station or take bus 22, 28 |
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Traces the evolution of this seagoing nation. Magnificent ship models and beautiful world maps, showing the Americas in 1600's. Take a look at the cities that were indicated at that time, and at California, which was thought to be an island. |
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8. MADAME TUSSAUD (WAX MUSEUM), Kalverstraat 156, Mon-Sun 10-18, tram 1,2,4,5,9,16, 24,25. Admission charged. |
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COSTER DIAMONDS, Paulus Potterstraat 2-4, tel 76222, Daily 9-17, Sun 10-17 bus 26,65 tram 1,2,10,16. |
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A. VAN MOPPES & ZOON (DIAMOND) B.V. Albert Cuypstraat 2-6 tel 761242, daily 9-17 tram 3,5,12,16,24,25. Diamond cutting and polishing factories with guided tours. |
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CANAL TRIPS. Departures are from Prins Hendrikkade, Damra, Oud Turfinarkt, Stadhouderskade. This trip lasts about an hour in a glass roofed boat, during which a multilingual guide points out and describes the principal sights. Boats run about 11 guilders. Ask for the Lover's boat, the guide takes time to explain in English. |
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***MONUMENTS*** |
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BEGUNHOF (1346) entry from the Spui, tram 1,2,4,5,9,16,24,25. 14th Century square withmemories of the pilgrim fathers. In the middle of the square you will see the medieval English church and opposite it a clandestine Roman Catholic Church. #34 is the oldest house in Amsteredam. The gable is wooden an dates from 1475. |
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ROYAL PALACE (1648-1662) Dam Square. Open in the summer, Mon-Sun- 1230-1600 tram 1,2,4,5,9,13,16,17,24,25 bus 21,67. Originally just a town hall, it is a splendid monument to monied vanity, for in that time, the rich made the laws. It is of Baroque architectures and a symbol of affluence and bourgeois self esteem. This is the 8th wonder of the world, being built in 13,659 piles. |
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DAM MONUMENT 1956. Tram 4,9,16,24,25. Memorial to the victims of WWH. Completed in 1949. A remarkable development has taken place around this monument, for it has risen above it's original purpose as a tragic reminder to become a symbol of a new kind of personal and individual freedom, particularly for the young. This monument has become an international meeting point, a free open center of personal freedom. That is how the modem Dutch experience it; having known real oppression, they keenly appreciated the freedom they now enjoy. Partly for this reason, they feel a sense of responsibility for what is happening in other parts of the world. |
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The Dutch are very much involved in developing 3rd world countries and readily supporting humanitarian causes everywhere. |
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SCHREIERSTOREN (TOWER OF TEARS) 1569. Prins Hendrikkade corner Gelderskade. |
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Part of an old city wall where sailor's wives used to go to wave good bye to their husbands as they sailed for parts unknown. |
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***TRANSPORTATION*** |
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As with most European Countries the transportation system in the Netherlands is quite extensive and readily available. If taking the train you will want to purchase tickets to Amsterdam Central Station. It is a monument in itself. It stands on 3 artificial islands and 8,687 wooden piles. |
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In Amsterdam there are 3 basic types of transportation: 1. Metro 2. Bus 3. Tram |
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As you come out of the Central Station there are 2 places you can purchase tickets for public transportation. The VVV (Tourism Bureau), and Metro Office. These buildings are across from the train station as you go out the front. If you choose to take the canal ride, tickets can be purchased at the VVV. |
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If you use public transportation, consider a day pass, good for 24 hours; costs approx 8.75 GUILDERS. |
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Most Dutch understand some English and are happy to help you. |
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***IMPORTANT INFORMATION*** |
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The Museum Card gives free admission to many museums in Amsterdam and Holland. 7.50 GUILDERS ages children to 25 on sale at VVV. |
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Day Card for tram, bus, metro (unlimited travel for one day) 8.5 GUILDERS |
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Expect to leave 25c piece for toilets. |
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We recommend that each girl bring 25 guilders to cover expenses. |
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Pick up city map at WV in front of Central Station. Next door, in the ticket office you can get a tram line route map or write in advance to: |
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VVV Amsterdam |
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Rokin5 |
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1012 hR Amsterdam |
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DUTCH WORDS |
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ENGLISH |
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DUTCH |
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PRONUNCIATION |
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DAYS |
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ZONDAG |
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ZAWN-dahk |
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MONDAY |
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MANNDAG |
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MAAN-dahk |
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TUESDAY |
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DINSDAG |
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DINZ-dahk |
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WEDNESDAY |
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WOENSDAG |
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WOONZ-dahk |
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THURSDAY |
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DONDERDAG |
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DAWN-der-dahk |
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FRIDAY |
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VRUDAG |
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FRAI-dahk |
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SATURDAY |
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ZATERDAG |
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ZAA-tur-dahk |
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NUMBERS |
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ZERO |
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NUL |
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NURL |
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ONE |
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DRIE |
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COMMON PHRASES |
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RECHTS |
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RICKS |
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LEFT |
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LINKS |
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LINKS |
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PLEASE |
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ALSTUBLIEFT |
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AHLSTEWBLEEFT |
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THANK YOU |
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DANK YE |
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DAHNK EW |
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EXCUSE ME |
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PARDEN |
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PARDEN |
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GOOD BYE |
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TOT ZIENS |
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TOT SEENSS |
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HOW MUCH |
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HOOVAYL |
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MERVRO |
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FOOD |
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SOUP |
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SOOP |
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FISH |
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VLEES |
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VEGETABLES |
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GROETEN |
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GHROONTERN |
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FRENCH FRIES |
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PATATES FRITES |
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PAATAHT FREET |
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CHEESE |
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SIGNS |
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STOP |
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HALT |
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SLOW |
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LANGZAAM RIJDEN |
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ONEWAY |
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EEN RIGHTING |
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NO THOROUGH |
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GEEN DOORRIT |
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KEEP TO THE RIGHT |
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RECHTS HOUDEN |
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RAILROAD |
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SPOORWEG |
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CROSSROAD |
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KRUISWEG |
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KEEP OUT |
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GEEN TOEGANG |
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NO PARKING |
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ENTRANCE |
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EXIT |
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UITGANG |
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