Are you ready to step back in time? Right here stands Museum Oud Alkemade. It is a portal to the past of Alkemade. The museum is located at Saskia van Uylenburchlaan 22 in Oude Wetering.
Museum Oud Alkemade is more than just a building. It is a repository of stories. These stories whisper from every artifact. They echo in every document. The museum focuses on the history of the former municipality of Alkemade. Each year, new exhibitions bring this history to life.
Visiting hours might surprise you. The museum opens its doors on Tuesday afternoons from 13.30 to 16.00. It also opens on Sunday afternoons from 14.00 to 17.00. But do not worry. Groups can arrange visits outside these times. Simply call the secretariat or send an email. The museum is closed on certain holidays. These include Christmas, Easter and Pentecost. It is also closed during July and August.
Behind the museum lies a treasure. It is the archive of the Stichting Oud Alkemade. Thousands of documents reside here. Photos, council papers, and club records fill the shelves. You can find information about houses and families. There are even family trees and newspaper articles. Students use these resources for their projects. Original data often leads to higher grades.
Are you researching your family history? Perhaps you are curious about a local sports club. The archive welcomes you on Monday evenings. The staff will assist you. They will even offer you coffee.
But there is more than just archives. Museum Oud Alkemade organizes activities. Historical walks through Oude Wetering and Roelofarendsveen are popular. During winter, the museum hosts the Oud Alkemade Museum Quiz. Lex van der Zwet and Pieter van Ruiten make it a festive event. The quiz covers the history of Alkemade. Answers can sometimes be found within the museum itself.
In 2017, the museum presented a special exhibition. It was called “Large Families.” It ran from September 2017 to June 2018. These exhibitions highlight the rich history of the region.
The entrance fee is also a pleasant surprise. It is free for donors. For non-donors, it is only a small amount. This small fee supports the museum’s important work.
Museum Oud Alkemade is a cultural center. It preserves and shares the history of Alkemade. It connects the past with the present. Every visit enriches your understanding. It deepens your appreciation for this unique community. So, step inside. Explore the stories. Let the past inspire you at Museum Oud Alkemade.