Duikmuseum: technology for work under water
The Duikmuseum in Lemmer approaches diving as a history of equipment. Helmets, suits, bells and breathing apparatus show how much technology is needed to work under water.
Helmet and standard dress
The research card mentions historic helmet-diving equipment and Siebe Gorman standard diving dress. See how helmet, suit and air supply fit together: each part had to allow protection, breathing and freedom of movement at the same time.
Early diving equipment
Diving bells and other early equipment form a second strand. The difference between a closed bell and a portable apparatus shows how designers tried to increase range, time under water and independence.
Breathing without a surface supply line
Follow one function—breathing, seeing or moving—through different pieces of equipment and compare the solutions.
Before you go
The museum has no walk-in access or fixed weekly schedule. Phone ahead for an appointment; the research card lists admission as free.