Lectures at Museum Batavialand

At Museum Batavialand, speakers bring the past to life. From shipbuilding to sea heroes, from crafts to the polder – each lecture will make you look differently at our history. Get carried away by stories that touch and surprise.

Always something new on deck
Our offerings change regularly. So there is always a new lecture to discover. Check out what’s coming up soon below and get on board with knowledge and stories.

Admission with your entrance ticket
Most lectures are included with a valid entrance ticket to Museum Batavialand. So you do not have to pay anything extra, unless otherwise indicated at the lecture.

April 12 | Low Countries and the Baltic Sea

By Rob Busser

A journey along the Baltic Sea, where trade, battle and shipping converged. Discover how Vikings, Hanseatic League and Dutch cities were connected – and why this area was vital to the Low Countries for centuries.

Rob Busser, connoisseur of the Kamper Kogge and experienced sailor, will take you through years of travel and research.

Practical Information
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Walk-in 1:30 pm | Start 2:00 pm
Location: Museum Batavialand

Lectures at Museum Batavialand

April 26 | How we sailed away and also came back

By Niek Sonneveld

How does sailing really work? And how did we do it in the past? Niek Sonneveld – a guide for over forty years and a lifetime on the water – explains it clearly. From wind in the sails to course on the compass.

Expect an interactive lecture full of questions, stories and ships from all eras.

Practical Information
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Start at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Museum Batavialand

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