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Molenmuseum: the Zaan windmills in a bigger story

The Molenmuseum on the Kalverringdijk looks at windmills in connection with trade, labour and social history. It is a museum venue in its own right, separate from the windmills that can be visited individually.

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More than a mechanism

A windmill works technically, but it also stands in a world of products and people. The multimedia display offers a way of looking at those aspects side by side. Ask how a process on display is linked to work and trade.

A starting point for outdoors

After the museum you can choose which mill function you want to explore further. A paint mill or sawmill offers a different subject from an oil mill. Do check separately which mill is open and which ticket you need for it.

Winter hours change

From March to October a longer daily schedule applies. In November and December the hours are shorter; in January and February the museum is also closed on Mondays. The arrangements for the museum do not automatically apply to every windmill.

Before you go

Check the winter schedule and what any combination ticket includes.

Sources

This information has been compiled from public sources. Not everything has been confirmed by the museum itself; please check opening hours and prices on the museum's website.

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