Start at the Canon of Dutch History Pavilion

Before wandering through the farmhouses and working mills, begin your visit at the Canon van Nederland (Canon of Dutch History) exhibition building. Located near the entrance, this award-winning, state-of-the-art interactive pavilion walks visitors through 50 defining historical 'windows'—from prehistoric hunters and the Golden Age to modern multicultural society.

Understanding this national timeline adds rich context to everything you will see outside. The high-tech interactive displays, cinematic projections, and authentic historical artifacts establish why specific windmills, dikes, and community buildings were constructed, turning your outdoor stroll into an interconnected historical journey.