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Sep 21, 2025 - Sep 22, 2025
2 adults, 1 room
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Exploring Edams Museum

Edams Museum offers insight into the cultural heritage of Edam through its impressive collection of period artifacts.

Founded in 1924, this museum resides in Edam's oldest building dating back to 1540. Originally a historic house, it features three levels filled with local period customs and lifestyles. The floating cellar is a unique architectural feature that rises with the river, showcasing the importance of water management in the region.

Must-See Treasures

🎨 Period Artifacts: Explore a wide variety of furnishings, porcelain, and silverware on display.
🏛️ Historic Architecture: Visit Edam's oldest building with its remarkable floating cellar.
🖼️ Notable Paintings: Discover the Tall Girl painting, believed to depict the tallest woman at 9' 3" (2.8m).

Accessible for free, this museum provides an enriching experience for tourists, families, and history enthusiasts alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Edams Museum

Floating Cellar

The museum features a unique floating cellar that adapts with the river's level.

Tall Girl Painting

One exhibition includes a famous painting named Tall Girl, portraying a woman of 9' 3" (2.8m).

Location

museum Damplein 8