25 years of Rope Museum Oudewater: festive year full of activities
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The Rope Museum in Oudewater is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a festive programme from April to September. In this anniversary year, you will discover all about the rich rope history of Oudewater - a town where craft, water and history come together in the Green Heart.
It kicks off on 4 April with the special exhibition 'Rope above water'. This exhibition focuses on maritime archaeology. Several 17th-century shipwrecks were investigated on the Rede van Texel. Unique rope remnants were found, which can now be admired in the museum. A special opportunity to take a closer look at centuries-old craftsmanship.
In addition, the museum will open the doors of the historic ropeway (1880) on Hekendorperweg during special open days on Saturday 9 May and 13 June. You will get a glimpse ...
The Rope Museum in Oudewater is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a festive programme from April to September. In this anniversary year, you will discover all about the rich rope history of Oudewater - a town where craft, water and history come together in the Green Heart.
It kicks off on 4 April with the special exhibition 'Rope above water'. This exhibition focuses on maritime archaeology. Several 17th-century shipwrecks were investigated on the Rede van Texel. Unique rope remnants were found, which can now be admired in the museum. A special opportunity to take a closer look at centuries-old craftsmanship.
In addition, the museum will open the doors of the historic ropeway (1880) at Hekendorperweg during special open days on Saturday 9 May and 13 June. You'll get a peek inside the old workshop, followed by a tour of the former factory site. Here you will hear more about the monumental buildings, such as the boiler house and the spinning mill, and discover Oudewater's industrial history.
Want to experience culture, crafts and history in the Green Heart? Then plan your visit to the Rope Museum's anniversary year. For current times and information, visit www.touwmuseum.nl and experience 25 years of rope history up close.
When
- Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 2 November 2026 12.00 - 16.00
- Extra open on Liberation Day, Easter Monday and Whit Monday.
During the winter months, the museum is open by appointment for groups of 8 people or more. Register at: info@touwmuseum.nl
Prices
- Adults € 5,00
- Children Free - 0 to 3 years
- Children € 2.50 - 4 to 13 years
- MJK (Museum Year Card) Free