Surinaams Museum, National museum in Fort Zeelandia, Paramaribo, Suriname
The Surinaams Museum is housed in Fort Zeelandia and exhibits ethnographic collections, historical objects, photographs, art, furniture, and textiles from various ethnic communities of Suriname. The holdings come from different regions and cultures across the country and provide an overview of the material culture and history of its people.
The museum was founded in 1947 by Dick Geijskes and initially opened in the Bettencourt building. A move to Fort Zeelandia in 1972 established it in a historic structure with greater space and prominence.
The museum displays photographs and glass negatives by Augusta Curiel, documenting different aspects of Surinamese life and communities. These images offer a window into how daily life and local practices were recorded over time.
Fort Zeelandia offers guided tours in small groups limited to twenty people on Sundays. Visitors should check current times in advance, as availability may vary by season.
The museum features accurate reconstructions of historical spaces including an apothecary shop, a cobbler workshop, and an original prison cell. These recreated rooms allow visitors to step into the past and experience how these spaces actually functioned in their time.
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