Philips Museum
Philips Museum
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Tuesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Philips Museum is located in the center of Eindhoven, where Gerard Philips produced his first light bulbs in 1891. Here you will be taken into the story of the company. You see how Philips is constantly reinventing itself and how it plays an important role in social change with innovative technology. First with electric light, later with radio, television and the arrival of the digital age. And right now Philips is at the forefront of major changes in healthcare. Always with the aim: to improve people's lives.
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Arbox
Amsterdam, The Netherlands159 contributions
Dec 2021
We recently visited the Philips Museum.
All in all it was interesting to learn about the history of Philips. Some interesting details (will not spoiler) were shared that are most likely unknown to the general public (although quite significant in nature).
We did leave with the feeling it was "just a nice activity to do but nothing mindblowing". The reason is that the museum for 95% involves reading. Reading texts about the history. But come on guys - Philips has been a major technology world player. Surely it must be possible to make the museum more interesting. For instance offer the possibility to interact with Philips domestic appliances throughout the years, see the technicalities of a MRI scanner, observe the different lighting solutions developed over the years, and so on and so on.
All in all it was interesting to learn about the history of Philips. Some interesting details (will not spoiler) were shared that are most likely unknown to the general public (although quite significant in nature).
We did leave with the feeling it was "just a nice activity to do but nothing mindblowing". The reason is that the museum for 95% involves reading. Reading texts about the history. But come on guys - Philips has been a major technology world player. Surely it must be possible to make the museum more interesting. For instance offer the possibility to interact with Philips domestic appliances throughout the years, see the technicalities of a MRI scanner, observe the different lighting solutions developed over the years, and so on and so on.
Written 22 December 2021
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Hello Arbox,
Thank you for your review and comments.
It is good to hear that your visit was an interesting one. We are constantly looking for improvements of the visititor - experience. So, thank you very much for your suggestions. They are appreciated and noted!
Written 10 January 2022
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Alice C
Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom79 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Really interesting museum, charting the history of 2 household names. I’d never realised the connection between Philips and PSV Eindhoven!!
Very friendly, helpful staff, who speak fluent English as well as Dutch. All labels and info, and the museum website, are in English and Dutch. There is a treasure hunt for small children, “Eureka!” Quiz trail for olde kids and audio guide in several languages. Well laid out and full of surprises,
I’d absolutely recommend this museum to anyone with a couple of hours to spare in Eindhoven. It’s just a few minutes walk from the main train station. We took the Park and Ride bus from Meerhoven.
Very friendly, helpful staff, who speak fluent English as well as Dutch. All labels and info, and the museum website, are in English and Dutch. There is a treasure hunt for small children, “Eureka!” Quiz trail for olde kids and audio guide in several languages. Well laid out and full of surprises,
I’d absolutely recommend this museum to anyone with a couple of hours to spare in Eindhoven. It’s just a few minutes walk from the main train station. We took the Park and Ride bus from Meerhoven.
Written 30 August 2023
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Hello Alice,
First of all, thank you for you 5-star rating and extensive comments and tips. We indeed try to show the contribution of Philips to both technological as well as societal progress. We also do our best to make a visit for children an enjoyable one.
Written 26 September 2023
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Jeremy A
Kingston, WA35 contributions
Jan 2020
The Philips Museum tells the story of Philips. From Lighting to Xray to Radio\TV, and Music, Philips has a rich history of innovations and inventions and many examples can be seen here. It's also free if you are a Philips Employee (show your badge)
Written 22 January 2020
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Thanks for your review. Until next time.
Written 23 January 2020
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cpinto7
Rotterdam, The Netherlands25 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Well organized, not too crowded with interesting material and content, just perfect in size and diversity of exhibitions. and super friendly staff.
Learn about Phillips, Eindhoven, wwII, being a visionair and social involvement.
Really a must see!
Learn about Phillips, Eindhoven, wwII, being a visionair and social involvement.
Really a must see!
Written 1 August 2020
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Thank you very much for your review. We look forward to seeing you again in the Philips Museum.
Written 3 August 2020
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tjohns82
Kilkenny, Ireland94 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
My grandparents both worked at the Philips factory in Eindhoven (my Oma in the 40s and my Opa in the 50s), so I was interested to learn a bit about this I part of my family history.
The museum is very well done with lots of old pieces of technology on display. There is a very interesting exhibit on a man (Jan Zwartendijk) who saved over 2000 people while working for Philips in Lithuania. We also enjoyed this history of the PSV football team which was located upstairs.
The staff is very friendly and the audiotour was interesting. My partner loved Philly the robot as well!
The museum is very well done with lots of old pieces of technology on display. There is a very interesting exhibit on a man (Jan Zwartendijk) who saved over 2000 people while working for Philips in Lithuania. We also enjoyed this history of the PSV football team which was located upstairs.
The staff is very friendly and the audiotour was interesting. My partner loved Philly the robot as well!
Written 29 October 2021
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Thank you for your review. It is good to hear that you liked the museum, in particularly our tribute to Jan Zwartendijk and the attention we give, in a temporary exhibition, to the history of PSV (Philips Sports Club) founded in 1913.
Written 24 November 2021
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tim_foster5mpu
Northampton, England73 contributions
Sept 2023
Philips is one of those ubiquitous brands that everyone knows. The history of the company and the products is also absolutely fascinating. The tour starts with a short actor-led demonstration. Unfortunately for us, there was a very large Dutch party present so the demo was, understandably, in Dutch. I would have liked to watch again in English but time didn't permit. Wondering round the museum gives a fascinating insight into the impact that Philips has had over the years. There are electronic devices that everyone will recognise from their youth, and reading the history as you go, it'll become clear that Apple were not the first tech company to develop on a usability first approach.
The company's links with the football club PSV, was something that hadn't registered for me until this trip, but it makes absolute sense now.
The museum is staffed, mainly, by older people. Philips historically have always employed people long past the general retirement age, even when they started, which at the time was very unusual, and it seems they have continued that tradition today. Philips is a conscientious employer and the museum is a fabulous walk through time from the beginnings of the company right through to the modern innovations they are currently working on.
Lastly, the cafe at the end is also exceptional. Very good prices and decent traditional food (Dutch hotdogs are something to experience).
The company's links with the football club PSV, was something that hadn't registered for me until this trip, but it makes absolute sense now.
The museum is staffed, mainly, by older people. Philips historically have always employed people long past the general retirement age, even when they started, which at the time was very unusual, and it seems they have continued that tradition today. Philips is a conscientious employer and the museum is a fabulous walk through time from the beginnings of the company right through to the modern innovations they are currently working on.
Lastly, the cafe at the end is also exceptional. Very good prices and decent traditional food (Dutch hotdogs are something to experience).
Written 8 September 2023
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Hello Tim, thank you so much for your extensive review and 5-star rating. We are glad to read that you really enjoyed the different facets of our museum a lot.
By the way, many of the older people staffing the museum are retired Philips employees who are proud to do this "work" voluntarily because they appreciate Philips as their former employer.
Thank again for the time you took to write this review.
Written 12 September 2023
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GuppeC
Hulshout, Belgium702 contributions
July 2022
Fun and interesting museaum to visit for all ages. My son of 9 enjoyed the visit, see the ' ancient tools' that he never has seen before. It is interactive, it is old and new technology, it is educational without becoming too 'heavy'.
It is a Philips museum, yet the message is not always positive, they also highligh some less postive episodes, which is good.
I actually recommended it to family who will be visiting Eindhoven shortly.
Note: easy to purchase tickets in advance online, and very friendly people in the museum to help if needed.
It is a Philips museum, yet the message is not always positive, they also highligh some less postive episodes, which is good.
I actually recommended it to family who will be visiting Eindhoven shortly.
Note: easy to purchase tickets in advance online, and very friendly people in the museum to help if needed.
Written 20 July 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It is good to know that you enjoyed your visit. We look forward to receive your family;
Written 6 August 2022
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RowanvRooijen
The Hague, The Netherlands226 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
It is an excellent museum, and at the time of our visit there was a nice exhibition on posters that Phillips used for advertising. For the rest, it was a fairly cramped museum that was also very busy at the time of our visit. This did not help the experience. It's fine, because we have a museum annual pass, but I personally wouldn't buy a ticket so quickly.
Written 28 March 2024
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Dank je wel voor je beoordeling. De ruimte in ons museum is beperkt door de inhoud van het eerste fabriekje uit 1891 dat overigens een monument is. Dit kan dat op erg drukke dagen wel leiden tot uw ervaring dat de ruimte krap is. Jammer dat dit gebeurde op het moment dat u ons museum bezoekt. Ik kan u verzekeren dat gedurende de meeste momenten het museum een zodanig aantal bezoekers telt dat het niet als druk wordt ervaren. Toch jammer dat u de conclusie trekt dat er geen vervolg bezoek inzit.
Written 10 April 2024
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Adam Murphy
London, UK1 contribution
Apr 2021
Attended a virtual Design tour last night, was fanatastic! Just as good as the real physical experience which I visited before the "lockdown". You get to really travel the space and still see and hear these incredible stories of people, society, culture, innovation, and Philips. The Philips history is so broad and rich it is never the same experience!
Written 16 April 2021
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Mr D
The Netherlands824 contributions
Apr 2023
We attended the Eye Catcher exhibition, this were many old advertising posters, this was really nice. Beside that many of the older Philips appliances on display, starting with a section of the light bulb factory. Convenient parking near the museum, the museum has a small canteen / coffee place where they serve a good cup to your liking. While we were onsite we enjoyed a presentation about the development of the X-ray technology really nicely presented by an elderly gentleman who presented with a lot of passion. Great !
Written 6 May 2023
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Hello, Thank you very much for your review and comments. We are glad you enjoyed our special Eyecatchers exhibition, our coffee and one of our lectures. We will forward your nice words to Norbert!
Written 6 May 2023
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I have a 1980's Philips Cooktronic M710 Microwave oven (Model AVM710/PH) still in good working order. This has now been brought out of store to replace an equally elderly Sharp Carousel 11 oven. I'm a little perplexed as to what on one of the dials the numbers 1 to 10 represent as they relate to cooking time functionality. With this concern in mind I should greatly appreciate the possibility of obtaining from You a copy of an original Operators Manual. It would also be helpful to have an idea of this equipment's Wattage and as to whether there is still any remote possibility of being able to obtain a correct oven lamp bulb as this has blown. The detail of this reads as follows: 230-240V-20W-Philips-7648M21?, - then a box with a diagonal line through it followed by J4.
Written 14 November 2018
Hello Benjamin, You can contact the museum for such a questions, may be they can help you with your manual. Because they have a big hall where the old device are stored. For preparing for the museum or elsewhere. I do not know the adres of that hall. So my advise is call or mail the museum.
But you can also send your mail to the headquarters from PHILIPS.
Written 15 November 2018
Er is een parkeergarage, de uitgang is nagenoeg voort de deur. Weet het niet zeker maar het zou me verbazen als daar geen invalideparkeerplaatsen zijn. P Q-park Centrum de Admirant
Written 20 May 2018
Can you use your museum card to enter this museum??
Written 14 September 2017
Yep They accept the dutch Museum Kaart
Dont try to buy it with them, should be arranged before going to a museum
Written 13 October 2017
From their website:
Entry prices
Children up to 6 years: free of charge
Children 6-18 years € 4,50
Adults: € 9,00
Familiy ticket € 28,00 (2 adults, 2 children, 1x Mission Eureka)
Tours: € 50.00 excl. entry ticket (max. group size: 12 persons)
Museum Card free admission
Per 1 January 2017
Children up to 6 years: free of charg
Children up to 6 years: free of charg
Entry price reductions
Philips employees: free of charge in 2017 (with Philips badge)
Members of the Philips Verenigingen van Gepensioneerden € 4.50 (with a proof of membership)
Written 14 September 2017
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