Welcome to the Schokland World Heritage Site. Discover stories spanning thousands of years and enjoy the tranquillity of this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Sjors Evers
Museum Schokland takes you on an unforgettable journey through 10,000 years of history, from prehistoric times to the reclamation of the Noordoostpolder in 1942. Here, on the former island of Schokland, you can discover how people and water have challenged, shaped and inspired one another over the centuries.
Tickets and admission prices
Adults: €10.00
Children aged 6–11: €6.00
Children aged 0–5: free
Family ticket, for two adults and two children: €29.50
Museum Card: free admission*
VriendenLoterij VIP Card: free admission*
Friends of Schokland: free admission
CJP: €6.00
*One ticket per person and per Museum Card or VriendenLoterij VIP Card. An online booking made using a Museum Card or VriendenLoterij VIP Card is valid only when the corresponding valid card is presented during your visit.
A unique UNESCO World Heritage experience
Schokland has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995 and was the first site in the Netherlands to be included on the World Heritage List. This recognition highlights Schokland’s international significance and shows that its stories are valued around the world.
What can you experience here?
- Permanent exhibition ‘Living with Water’: discover how people have lived with and defended themselves against the water for 10,000 years, shaping the landscape in the process.
- Temporary exhibition ‘Frozen in Time’: find out why Schokland was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.
- Remarkable archaeological finds: see footprints dating back around 4,000 years, among the oldest ever found in Western Europe.
- Activities for children: from digging for treasure to following discovery trails through history.
- Explore Schokland beyond the museum: walk or cycle around the former island, enjoy the tranquillity and experience the history of this remarkable place.
Opening hours
The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm. Find more information here.
Visitor guidelines
Pets are not permitted inside the museum. Dogs are welcome in the museum shop and Restaurant Schokland, but are not permitted on the museum grounds. Assistance dogs, including guide dogs, are exempt from these restrictions.
A full overview of our visitor terms and conditions can be found on this page.
Accessibility and getting here
Visit our Accessibility page for more information about accessibility at Museum Schokland. For directions and parking information, visit our Getting Here page.