Scheldeslag Museum: a private perspective on the war
The Scheldeslag Museum in Biervliet focuses on the Second World War in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen and the Battle of the Scheldt. The private collection of Rik de Walle forms the basis of the display.
A regional story
Start with the overview of the region that the museum gives. Which places are mentioned and how are the events connected? A regional perspective helps you look at a vast war subject in smaller parts that are easier to follow.
Object and explanation
Give the explanations of the items on display as much attention as the material itself. What is known about their origin and use? This way you keep the history of an individual object separate from the larger story in which the museum places it.
The week number counts
The regular opportunity to visit is the Saturday of an even-numbered week. That is not the same as every other week from an independently chosen date.
Before you go
The museum’s Saturday opening is linked to the even week number; it publishes schedule changes.