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Het Behouden Blik: look at the packaging

Het Behouden Blik in Uithuizermeeden describes a collection of tins, packaging and advertising. The subject is familiar, but becomes more interesting as soon as you start looking at design and use.

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One brand beside another

The museum presents material by brand and mentions coffee, tea and cocoa packaging, among other things. Compare two tins for a similar product. How does the design try to attract attention, and which information is given the most space?

In your hand

The museum’s own description states that objects may also be handled. Always follow the instructions on site when doing so. Weight, closure and size give a different impression from just looking; ask which objects you can use for this.

A changing selection

Under the name Seizoensblik, the museum highlights part of the collection. Ask about the current subject. The size of the collection does not mean that every brand or object is on view at all times, so ask in advance about any specific interest.

Before you go

The regular visiting day is Thursday. Other days, evenings and group visits require an appointment.

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. Het Behouden Blik — source 1

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified source reference from a Grok research card. Model output is not a source of evidence; source content, authority, currency and independence require checking.

  2. Het Behouden Blik — source 2

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified source reference from a Grok research card. Model output is not a source of evidence; source content, authority, currency and independence require checking.

  3. Het Behouden Blik — source 3

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified source reference from a Grok research card. Model output is not a source of evidence; source content, authority, currency and independence require checking.

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