Beneath this half-timbered facade lies a treasure trove of history. Welcome to the Museum Altes Land. Since 1990, this museum has been telling the story of the Altes Land. The Altes Land is Germany’s largest contiguous fruit-growing region.
The Museum Altes Land resides in Jork. Jork is considered the “capital” of the Altes Land. The building itself has a story. The original landowner had to sell an earlier house due to financial troubles. The new owner then erected this building. From 1978 until the museum opened, the house stood empty. It slowly decayed. Today, over 320 square meters of exhibits await.
Step inside the Museum Altes Land. Here, the development of the Altes Land comes to life. Learn about the lives of its inhabitants. The museum highlights fruit growing. It explores shipping and local traditions. Fruit growing dominates the Altes Land since the 20th century. However, its roots go back to the 14th century. Tools and machines illustrate the evolution of fruit growing. See the technical progress of the region.
The living area displays various exhibits. These exhibits depict life in the Altes Land. Admire furniture like chests and chairs. Discover typical traditional costumes. The museum also showcases shipping and land transport. Did you know that several major shipping companies originated here?
The highlight is “Aunt Rosa’s Shop”. This shop represents a colonial goods store. It operated from 1920 to 1965. Imagine the scents of spices and goods from afar.
The Museum Altes Land invites you to explore. It preserves the region’s past. Entrance is free. Donations help to preserve the museum. Take your time to wander through the exhibits. Consider the hard work. Think about the traditions that shaped this unique area. As you leave, you carry a piece of the Altes Land with you. A deeper understanding of its people and its history.