Historisch Openluchtmuseum Eindhoven, Historical open-air museum in Eindhoven, Netherlands
The Historisch Openluchtmuseum Eindhoven is a museum that documents the history and culture of the Eindhoven region through a large collection of objects. The depot holds roughly 23,000 items from different time periods, including artwork, tools, household goods, and clothing.
The museum was founded in 1982 to document how Eindhoven evolved from ancient times through its transformation into a major industrial center. The collection traces this journey from the earliest human settlements to the development of modern manufacturing.
The collection reflects how daily life and work have changed across different periods in the region, from traditional crafts to modern industrial production. Visitors encounter objects that show how people dressed, worked, and made things in their homes and workshops.
The museum offers guided tours through its depot where visitors can explore the collection in smaller groups. Visitors should plan to spend time getting oriented with the scale and layout of what they are viewing.
The depot is maintained at a constant temperature of 16 degrees Celsius to preserve the objects in optimal condition. This careful control of storage conditions allows the museum to safeguard its collection for many years to come.
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