It all begins with light! Back in 1891, Gerard Philips started the production of lightbulbs in a small factory in his hometown Eindhoven. 130 years later, the company he founded evolved into a world-famous international corporation. The Philips Museum in Eindhoven represents the greatest achievements of this company. With the first Philips factory being integrated into it, the museum provides a unique chance to see what the company started from and then takes visitors on a tour of its rich history.
The Philips Museum is also a touching reflection of the presence of the company in the lives of its customers. Toasters and food processors, electric kettles and meat grinders, TV and music players – they make our lives easier, brighter and more productive. But we rarely appreciate that behind these devices lay hard work and genies of engineers. With the Philips Museum Tour, you will get to know what makes Philips innovations meaningful and effective and how its technology plays an important role in social changes.