Museum In 't Houten Huis

Open today from 13:00 until 17:00

Open today from 13:00 until 17:00

Fri - Sun 13:00 - 17:00
Mon - Wed Closed
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Tuingracht 13
1483 AP De Rijp
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0299 - 67 12 86

Museum In 't Houten Huis, De Rijp
Museum In 't Houten Huis
Museum In 't Houten Huis
terraszijde Museum In 't Houten Huis, De Rijp

The Dutch were preeminent whalers in the 17th and early 18th century. Learn all about the whalers and the rich history of the former island of Schermereiland and its seafaring inhabitants at Museum in ’t Houten Huis (Museum in the wooden house).

Shipping and fishing

At the museum, learn all about fishing for haring, whaling and shipping. Marvel at its collection of nautical charts, ship’s logs and prints, and immerse yourself in the maritime world.

Wooden house

Whaling and seafaring were prominent features in the history of De Rijp. Discover the history of its wooden houses, as the museum itself is housed in an 18th-century wooden building.

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