Museum de Locht, Open-air museum in Melderslo, Netherlands.
Museum de Locht is an open-air museum in Horst aan de Maas that focuses on farming methods and textile craftsmanship through exhibitions and preserved buildings. The grounds show how people in this region lived and worked long ago, with scenes and objects arranged to give you a sense of their daily routines.
The building started as a lace factory in the 1920s and later became a place to learn about farming history in North Limburg. The transformation shows how the region's economic focus shifted from craft production to agriculture over time.
The museum documents stories from local volunteers that show how daily life in farming and textile work changed over time. Visitors can follow these lived experiences through the displayed objects and the accounts shared by people from the community.
The grounds are easy to walk through and offer exhibitions where you can explore at your own pace. During harvest season, you can taste local produce and learn about how it is grown.
The museum houses one of the largest textile lending libraries in the Netherlands, filled with books about crafts and techniques. This collection attracts craftspeople and enthusiasts who want to explore the details of historical textiles.
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