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Friesland · History

Museum Martena: a town told through its rooms

Museum Martena in Franeker describes town history, university life and residents’ stories in the Martenastins. This combination makes the building more than a backdrop for individual objects.

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Self-portrait of Anna Maria van Schurman (aged 33).
Self-portrait of Anna Maria van Schurman (aged 33).Anna Maria van Schurman (1607-1678) · Publiek domein · Source and image information ↗

A study as a way in

The museum mentions a display about Anna Maria van Schurman. Look at how the room is used to make her subject accessible. Objects and furnishings can support the story, but the explanation is still needed to understand the connections.

Faces of the university

Portraits of professors are another part mentioned. Notice how people are portrayed and what information the museum gives with them. A portrait invites you to look at clothing and posture, while the caption explains the link with Franeker.

Through the fortified house (stins)

The description of the building mentions a cellar, a bel étage (principal floor), a knights’ hall and an attic. An audio tour can help you link the different rooms and subjects. Ask which floors are accessible if stairs or changes in level matter to you.

Before you go

There is extra Monday opening in the summer half of the year. Confirm accessibility and temporary exhibitions before you set off.

Sources

This first edition has been compiled from collected museum information. Not all of the information has yet been confirmed by the museum. Viewing tips are by the editorial team. The sources used are listed below.

  1. Museum Martena — source 1

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified research card reference. Model output is not a source of evidence; content, authority, currency and independence must be checked separately.

  2. Museum Martena — source 2

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified research card reference. Model output is not a source of evidence; content, authority, currency and independence must be checked separately.

  3. Museum Martena — source 3

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified research card reference. Model output is not a source of evidence; content, authority, currency and independence must be checked separately.

  4. Museum Martena — source 4

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified research card reference. Model output is not a source of evidence; content, authority, currency and independence must be checked separately.

  5. Museum Martena — source 5

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified research card reference. Model output is not a source of evidence; content, authority, currency and independence must be checked separately.

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