Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum has reached an agreement with the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science regarding funding for a major renovation.
Last year, the museum said it could be forced to close if the Dutch government would not increase funding for maintenance works.
At the time, it said the government was not honouring a pledge made in the 1962 founding agreement with Van Gogh's nephew, who transferred ownership of the artist's entire collection to a foundation established to create a museum of his works.
In return, the government committed to providing sufficient resources for the construction and maintenance of the museum.
Museum's future secured
Via a statement, the uncertainty over the museum's future has now been resolved after the completion of a mediation process with the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science.
"The renovation is necessary to preserve the building and the renowned collection for visitors, staff and future generations," said Emilie Gordenker, the museum's general director.
"We have reached a settlement with the ministry that is in the spirit of the agreement between the Dutch state and the founder of the museum V.W. van Gogh.
"We are relieved and grateful to be able to move forward with this important project."
Renovation to start in 2028
With an agreement reached, the museum's renovation is due to start in autumn 2028, with most of the project to take place behind the scenes.
The renovation will focus on crucial maintenance, improvements to sustainability, and future-proofing.
The Van Gogh Museum will stay partially open for the duration of the project, and the permanent collection will remain accessible to visitors.
