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  • Verhalen van de Schans celebrates Luilak
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Verhalen van de Schans celebrates Luilak

A typical folk celebration in the Zaanstreek and Waterland region is Luilak. The Saturday before Pentecost has been the scene of this celebration for centuries, during which early morning noise is made and special delicacies are prepared and eaten. Especially in the Zaanse mill culture, Luilak holds a special place: the mill people had their

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    National Grandpa and Grandma Day at Museum Zaanse Tijd
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National Grandpa and Grandma Day at Museum Zaanse Tijd

On Wednesday, 4 June 2025, Museum Zaanse Tijd is dedicated to National Grandpa and Grandma Day. Especially for this occasion, the spotlight will be on longcase clocks - from proud ‘grandfather clocks’ to surprising ‘grandmother's clocks’. Visitors are welcomed in the Amsterdam-style room, where a unique collection of Dutch longcase clocks can be admired -

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