HQ Function

The entire Artis complex serves as its operational headquarters, managing zoological operations, educational programs, research initiatives, conservation efforts, guest services, and administration for all its components.

Notable Features:

Historic 19th-century buildings (many are national monuments), monumental trees, a planetarium, Micropia (microbe museum), Groote Museum, extensive botanical gardens, and the currently renovating historic Aquarium.

Work Culture:

A mission-driven environment focused on nature conservation, education, and scientific advancement. Staff often share a passion for wildlife and the natural world, working in a unique blend of historic and modern facilities. Collaboration between diverse departments is key to its success.

HQ Significance:

Artis is the oldest zoo in the Netherlands and a significant cultural, scientific, and educational institution in Amsterdam. It plays a crucial role in global conservation through breeding programs and research, and in fostering public awareness of biodiversity and the interconnectedness of life.

Values Reflected in HQ: The complex reflects values of conservation, education, scientific curiosity, respect for all life, sustainability, and the preservation of cultural and natural heritage.

Location:

While Artis Royal Zoo's physical operations are centered in Amsterdam, its global presence is manifested through international collaborations. This includes active participation in European Endangered Species Programmes (EEP) and European Studbooks (ESB) for conservation and breeding of endangered animals, partnerships with international universities and research institutions for scientific studies (e.g., in microbiology via Micropia, and ethology), and contributions to global conservation initiatives. Artis also engages with a global audience through its research publications, online educational content, and as a member of international zoological and museum associations like EAZA (European Association of Zoos and Aquaria) and WAZA (World Association of Zoos and Aquariums).

Street Address:

Plantage Kerklaan 38-40

City:

Amsterdam

State/Province:

North Holland

Country:

Netherlands