Deltapontjes 2020 [English]

In the museum at Heinenoord, you’ll meet the lady of the manor, gentleman farmer, village doctor, skilled craftsman, shopkeeper, farm la- bourer and pupil. You’ll learn about how local people used to live and work, as well as how inequality between gentlemen and working men, and men and women was institutiona- lised. From the wealthy gentlemen farmer, to the poor farm labourer, each helped shape the Hoeksche Waard into what it is today. Oost-Leeuwenstein farm estate This listed ‘herenboerderij’ the home of a gent- leman farmer, dates from the 17th century, and the unique summer lodge in its grounds was built in the 18th century. The large barn was converted 150 years ago into its current ‘aisled hall’ style, which is typical for the Hoeksche Waard area. The farmers residing here had an abundance of land and harvests, which necessitated large barns for storage. ‘t Hof van Assendelft Entering this 18th century home of a Dutch lord is like stepping into another world; the world of the wealthy elite. The period rooms on the lower floor have been decorated using objects from the permanent collection. The kitchen with its historic decor, the basement, upstairs room with box bed and a grand parlour will immerse you in the 19th century. A highlight is the almost 200 year-old panoramic wallpaper in the parlour. Upstairs, you’ll meet lady of the manor Sara Louisa du Faget van Assendelft, and find out how the Hoeksche Waard was created throughout the centuries For more information: www.museumhw.nl Hoeksche Waard Museum: From the leisurely wealthy to the hard grafters 35 Information