Freestampmagazine is the continuation of our English-language blog and the Dutch-language Stamp Blog. The platform is now available in six languages, with plans to expand this number further. Our goal is to make Freestampmagazine an international platform...
The term “Lowriders” is used to define the automobiles seen on these stamps, issued by the United States Postal Service in 2026. These cars are viewed as rolling art pieces that represent pride, identity, and community. “Lowriding” began as a...
Postzegelblog is being expanded and modernized and will continue as Freestampagazine. Today, the last articles were posted on the 'old' Postzegelblog. In the coming weeks, all blogs will be transferred and re-indexed into a completely revamped website. The current Postzegelblog is...
Many traces of the Second World War can still be found along the Dutch coast. The bunkers, built as part of the Atlantic Wall, are the most prominent of these. On Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00, the bunkers are...
In 1926, De Bijenkorf The Hague opened its doors. The building, in the style of the Amsterdam School, was renamed 'the palace of joie de vivre' by architect Piet Kramer. Now, one century later, our leading department store is still a...
Discover the enchanting world behind the walls of Leiden's courtyards, where intimate gardens and hidden spots await exploration. During the Leiden Courtyard Festival, Leiden's most beautiful courtyards open their doors for two days filled with concerts...
It is that time again. Comic book enthusiasts from the Netherlands and Belgium are flocking to Haarlem this weekend. On May 30 and 31, 2026, Haarlem will transform into one giant stage for graphic novels during Stripdagen Haarlem. From the station to De Koepel and beyond...
The Beatles have been 'broken up' for over 55 years, but their music still captivates millions around the world and sales of their records and CDs are gigantic. Every year, millions are still sold worldwide...
475 Years of Willem & Anna is a two-day event on July 10 and 11, 2026, in which visitors return to the year 1551. On July 8, 1551, William of Orange married Anna of... in the St. Lambertus Church in Buren.
In 2026, Diemen turns 800 years old, and we will celebrate this from March 29 to September 30, 2026. We kick off the anniversary year with a party during the Great Diemen Birthday on March 29, 2026. In the months that follow...
Visual language is particularly relevant to the images on stamps. It must be immediately clear what it represents without extensive explanation (read: text). Visual language plays an important role in the graphic industry, and therefore also in the design of stamps...
As an 88-year-old stamp collector, I finally decided to consult my archive. Better late than never. A particularly attractive experience. Only now do I discover that I possess a rarity of special and noteworthy philatelic items...
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