Rijksmuseum's 10 millionth visitor wins private overnight stay
Stefan Kasper from Haarlem became the 10 millionth visitor to the Rijksmuseum since its 2013 reopening, earning an exclusive overnight stay. He was greeted by director Taco Dibbits and enjoyed a private dinner by Michelin-starred chef Joris Bijdendijk of RIJKS® restaurant. Kasper could explore the empty galleries and sleep in front of Rembrandt's Night Watch. This marks the first time anyone has spent the night at the museum. Dibbits expressed delight at the high attendance over four years and promised continued renewal.
Key facts
- Stefan Kasper from Haarlem was the 10 millionth visitor since the 2013 reopening.
- He won an overnight stay at the Rijksmuseum.
- He could explore empty galleries and sleep in front of Rembrandt's Night Watch.
- Taco Dibbits, general director, welcomed him.
- Dinner was prepared by chef Joris Bijdendijk of RIJKS® restaurant.
- This was the first overnight stay ever at the museum.
- Dibbits noted the museum's ongoing renewal and high visitor numbers.
- The event occurred in June 2017.
Entities
Artists
- Rembrandt van Rijn
Institutions
- Rijksmuseum
- RIJKS®
Locations
- Haarlem
- Netherlands