Nederlands Zilvermuseum follows silver from ore to jewellery
In Schoonhoven, the collection, tools and the Zilverwerkplaats show how silver is designed, forged, hallmarked, sold and worn.
Material becomes object
Follow a silver object through tools, finishing and hallmarks. Ask how the design phase is explained and whether documentation is available.
Factory silver as a series
The Van Kempen & Begeer collection makes repetition and design development visible.
The workshop lets you try it yourself
In the Zilverwerkplaats you can make a small object. Follow the safety instructions and compare the handwork and the result with a professional object.
Choose one silver object and investigate hallmark, tools and use; only bring in design documentation when it is available for that object.
Before you go
Open Tuesday–Sunday 11.00–17.00; closed on Monday. Closed on New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, King’s Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day; building work may cause additional closures. For 24 December the Dutch and English visitor information differ; confirm the opening with the museum in advance. Fully wheelchair accessible and a wheelchair is available. Book workshops and groups in advance.