About this museum
Step back in time at Oudheidkamer Texel, nestled within one of Den Burg's oldest houses, dating back to 1599. This charming museum offers an authentic glimpse into 19th-century Texel life, showcasing historical furniture, utensils, and clothing. You can explore how islanders lived, cooked without electricity, and even read letters from a seaman's wife to her husband on VOC ships.
Plan your visit to Oudheidkamer Texel from Monday to Friday, 11:00 to 17:00, or on Saturdays from 12:00 to 16:00. Please note the museum is closed on Sundays, public holidays, and for its annual winter closure until April 1st. Adult admission is €5.50, with reduced rates for youth (4-12 years) at €3.65 and students at €3.50. Children up to 3 years old, as well as Museumkaart and Texelse museumpas holders, enjoy free entry.
Located at Kogerstraat 1, the museum is easily accessible. If traveling by car, parking is available nearby at the Vogelenzang car park, offering two hours of free parking with a blue parking disc. For public transport, the Texelhopper on-call bus can take you to the museum's vicinity and needs to be booked at least one hour in advance. Regular bus services also connect the ferry port to Den Burg.
Beyond its permanent collection, the Oudheidkamer regularly hosts changing exhibitions, workshops, and lectures, offering fresh perspectives on Texel's heritage. The museum recently celebrated its 70th anniversary and is actively working to make its extensive collection digitally accessible. Don't miss the tranquil herb garden behind the museum, featuring plants with special stories and historical uses.
Kogerstraat, 1, 1791EN, Den Burg