amsterdam-stadsarchief

Search Amsterdam Stadsarchief person records via the Memorix JSON API.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rdeknijf/ai-genealogy-kit --skill amsterdam-stadsarchief
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: amsterdam-stadsarchief
Source: https://github.com/rdeknijf/ai-genealogy-kit/tree/main/.claude/skills/amsterdam-stadsarchief
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rdeknijf/ai-genealogy-kit --skill amsterdam-stadsarchief

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Enables browser-free discovery of Amsterdam Stadsarchief person records via the Memorix JSON API, allowing researchers to locate DTB, bevolkingsregisters, archiefkaarten, persoonskaarten, and related archival data without manual form filling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • API-driven search: perform programmatic queries by name and filters to retrieve matching person results and linked records.
  • Detail access: fetch detailed deed/register records and associated scan images where available.
  • Use Case: quickly locate historical individuals in Amsterdam across multiple collections (DTB, population registers, archiefkaarten) for cross-referencing and verification.

Quick Start

Query the Memorix API for a person by surname to retrieve matching records from the Amsterdam Stadsarchief.

Frequently Asked Questions about amsterdam-stadsarchief

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I search Amsterdam Stadsarchief records via an API?

You can search Amsterdam Stadsarchief records via an API by querying the Memorix JSON endpoints to locate genealogical data like DTB and population registers without a browser. The API allows programmatic searches by surname to retrieve matching person results.

What genealogical data can I retrieve from the Amsterdam Stadsarchief Memorix API?

The Memorix API retrieves genealogical data including DTB, bevolkingsregisters, archiefkaarten, and persoonskaarten. It fetches search results and associated scan images by consuming the /person, /deed, and /register endpoints for detailed archival records.

Can I fetch detailed deed and register records from Amsterdam Stadsarchief programmatically?

Yes, you can fetch detailed deed and register records programmatically using the Memorix API. It consumes specific endpoints like /person/<uuid>, /deed/<uuid>, and /register/<uuid> to retrieve detailed archival records and associated scans for historical individuals.

Do I need a browser to access Amsterdam population registers and archiefkaarten?

No, you do not need a browser to access Amsterdam population registers and archiefkaarten. The Skill enables browser-free discovery of these records via the Memorix JSON API, allowing programmatic queries without manual form filling.

What's the best way to locate historical individuals in Amsterdam across multiple archival collections?

The best way to locate historical individuals across Amsterdam collections is using API-driven search via Memorix. Perform programmatic queries by name and filters to retrieve matching person results from DTB, population registers, and archiefkaarten for cross-referencing and verification.