Museum Noordwijk
Museum Noordwijk: A cultural and historical experience for the whole family
Museum Noordwijk, located in a beautifully preserved 400-year-old inner dune farmhouse, offers a unique insight into the history and culture of Noordwijk. This historic farmhouse is the only one of its kind still preserved in its original state in the Netherlands and houses an impressive collection of art and historical objects.
The museum boasts the largest museum collection of porcelain from Porseleinfabriek de Kroon (1906-1910), featuring masterpieces by Henri Breetvelt (1864-1923). Additionally, the collection includes works by renowned artists such as Oswald Wenckebach, Charlotte van Pallandt, and Maja van Hall, all of whom lived and worked in Noordwijk. Visitors can also enjoy a significant number of paintings by Ludolph Berkemeier and J.H. Wijsmuller, which provide a glimpse into what Noordwijk looked like around 1900.
Museum Noordwijk presents several period rooms, decorated to reflect the ambiance of early 20th-century Noordwijk. The museum also offers extensive information on the fishing heritage of this coastal town. Annually, the museum organizes engaging temporary exhibitions that add extra value to a visit.
What is always on display at Museum Noordwijk?
- Ceramics and pottery: The museum houses the largest collection from the renowned Porseleinfabriek de Kroon.
- Paintings: The collection features works by local and international artists who were active in Noordwijk, with a strong representation of Ludolph Berkemeier.
- Sculptures and fashion: Numerous sculptures by Noordwijk artists and an extensive collection of clothing, jewelry, and accessories are on display.
- Digitized photos: Approximately 30,000 digitized photos of historical Noordwijk are available for viewing, and prints can be ordered.
Practical information
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Address: Jan Kroonsplein 4, Noordwijk
- Accessibility:
- By car: Follow signs from the A44 to Noordwijk, then the signs for Noordwijk Zee / Strand / P-route to reach the Parallel Boulevard or Koningin Wilhelmina Boulevard. Parking is available in front of the museum. On busy days, parking is also available at the Wantveld. On weekdays and outside the summer season, there is usually ample space at Jan Kroonsplein or Palaceplein.
- By bus: The museum is well accessible by public transport. Ask for the stop Parallel Boulevard in Noordwijk.
Tickets are available at the entrance. For more information, visit the Museum Noordwijk website. Free entry for museum card holders and members of the Genootschap Oud Noordwijk.