Forge Days

From

13 September 2025

up to

14 September 2025

Experience the craft. Feel the heat. Admire the fire. During the festive NGK Blacksmith Days, we celebrate 20 years of blacksmithing at the wharf of Museum Batavialand. Blacksmiths from all over the country – from master blacksmiths to young talents – show live what can be done with iron. You will be right on top of it.

What to expect.

  • Live demonstrations at burning fires and anvils

  • Short workshops: try forging yourself, fun for young and old

  • Storytellers bring history of forging to life

  • Meet the blacksmiths of the Dutch Guild of Art Blacksmiths

Practical

  • When: Sept. 13 & 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

  • Admission: included with your museum ticket

Combine your visit with the Batavia and the exhibition hall for a complete day out.

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