I hope you weren't planning your next trip to Amsterdam around the reopening of the Maritime Museum. It was just announced that the renovation of the building that dates back to 1656, won't be re-opened until 2010. Originally it was thought that things would be finished and ready by next year.

The building was closed for renovation, among other reasons, because it is built on wood pylons (like much of Amsterdam). The restoration team had to ensure that these pylons had not rotted, which it is rumored, it taking longer than expected.

One thing I'm sure they are taking care of, which the museum actually did not have previously, is installing a proper climate control system. Yes when they say old, they mean.. old. We'll just have to wait til 2010 to experience it.