“Man, you are a vain creature!” Big exhibition

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Jans's World

Jans Brands, the museum’s founder, collected absolutely everything on his farm in Nieuw-Dordrecht. "Jans’s World" can be visited all the year round!

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Why would you throw something away?
otherwise you will never see it again.

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Jans Brands 1932 - 2019

Exhibitions

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Agenda

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So much to see! Themes in the museum

Highlights

Museum Collection Brands has a number of very unique objects. Come and see them with us.

Woonhuis Jans Brands

Drenthe's History

If you are interested in the history of Drenthe, our museum is certainly worth a visit.

Audioguide

Discover even more about our collection with the audioguide. Easy to use on your own smartphone.

Rode lade kast

Joy of Recognition

Our museum contains many objects that are no longer used today. Do you remember them? Our guides can tell you everything.

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So much to learn!

Janny Jalving Hall

In this renewed museum hall, you will find various objects from our permanent collection, a changing exhibition area and several books that you are allowed to examine.

Museum Education

'Koffer vol Spullegies' - An old suitcase from Jans Brands' attic containing five objects from the museum. The suitcase can be used for cultural education in primary schools.

Museum Brands Leskoffer

Arrangements

We have developed various arrangements especially for groups. With guided tours, coffee and tea or a lunch, everything included. Take a look at our special offers.

From the guestbook:

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A homage to all collectors and preservers of the past.

" - H. Kroon -

Museum of endless curiosity

Imagine a place where wonder lurks around every corner and where your curiosity is piqued. Museum Collectie Brands in Nieuw-Dordrecht is a veritable treasure trove full of fascinating objects and stories waiting to be discovered by you. Be taken on a journey to times gone by, coming face to face with intriguing objects and interesting exhibits.

With an extensive collection of historical objects, works of art and memorabilia, this museum offers a fascinating insight into the history of the region and far beyond. From antique objects from grandmother’s time to fine paintings and rare artefacts. Be surprised by the diversity and beauty of the collection, and lose yourself in the magic of discovery.