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South Holland · History

Nederlands Zilvermuseum follows silver from ore to jewellery

In Schoonhoven, the collection, tools and the Zilverwerkplaats show how silver is designed, forged, hallmarked, sold and worn.

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Material becomes object

Follow a silver object through tools, finishing and hallmarks. Ask how the design phase is explained and whether documentation is available.

Factory silver as a series

The Van Kempen & Begeer collection makes repetition and design development visible. Compare two pieces in terms of form, function and production method.

The workshop lets you try it yourself

In the Zilverwerkplaats you can make a small object. Follow the safety instructions and compare the handwork and the result with a professional object.

Before you go

Open Tuesday–Sunday 11.00–17.00; closed on Monday. Closed on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, King’s Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day; building work may cause additional closures. For 24 December the Dutch and English visitor information differ; confirm the opening with the museum in advance. Fully wheelchair accessible and a wheelchair is available. Book workshops and groups in advance.

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.

  1. Nederlands Zilvermuseum (zilvermuseum.com)

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