Provinciaal Overijssels geschiedkundig Museum

The Provinciaal Overijssels Museum sits in a substantial building on Milk Market in Zwolle and contains several exhibition areas spread across different levels. The spaces are organized by topic and hold a wide range of objects, photographs, and documents related to Overijssel's past.

The institution was founded in 1954 and later became a formal foundation after the province of Overijssel provided substantial funding for its growth. This transformation took shape in 1962 with stronger support and new organizational structure.

The museum displays how provincial life evolved through objects and documents that reflect the daily experiences of people in Overijssel across different periods. Visitors can see how crafts, farming, and community traditions shaped the region.

Access is available to visitors, though some archival materials are subject to privacy rules and are not immediately available for viewing. Plan enough time to explore the different exhibitions at a comfortable pace, as the museum is spread across multiple levels.

The collection preserves detailed administrative records of provincial authorities dating back to the 1920s, offering insights into how decisions were made in the past. These documents reveal how government structures operated and how problems were tackled at that time.