Heritage and culture in Westerwolde

From an evening of theatre in a convivial atmosphere to a quirky museum with innovative exhibitions, we take you to different places in the Westerwolde region where you can experience a great diversity of heritage and culture at your leisure.

Museum the MOW | modern and quirky

Bellingwolde - Between the old trees stands the modern and quirky museum the MOW, with increasingly innovative exhibitions. Large and small exhibitions go hand in hand here. Often centred on art, but also with an eye for the history of the Westerwolde region. Little culture lovers are also catered for with MOW young, who follow their own route and can take part in all kinds of artistic activities. A museum for everyone.

Fort Oudeschans | the smallest fortified village

Oudeschans - In 1593, during the Eighty Years' War, the smallest fortified village was created: Oudeschans. More than 200 years later, in 1814, Oudeschans was dissolved as a fortress. But little has changed in the village's structure. Go back in time and walk the marked route over the former ramparts, along the old Westerwoldse Aa and through the picturesque fortified village. Don't forget to take a look at the Fortress Museum and delve into the past of the fortifications.

Stelmakerij Sellingen | The old landscape

Sellingen- In the medieval village of Sellingen sits an old Stelmakery, where wagon sets and wooden tools used to be made for the village's farmers. Today, the building, one of the oldest (still existing) buildings in the village, is set up as an exhibition space. Discover the genesis of the ancient landscape of Westerwolde with the permanent exhibition 'Westerwolde in Vogelvlucht'. Or be surprised by the changing exhibition you can admire in the barn.

Museums in Bourtange | A journey through time

Bourtange - When you arrive in Bourtange, you are automatically led to de fort. One of Westerwolde's greatest historical sites. And you can visit not one but several museums and exhibitions here. Everywhere you take an impressive journey through time. In Terra Mora, for instance, you will discover the relationship between the marsh and de fort, in Museum De Baracquen old utensils are on display and you can take a look in an old captain's house. Also don't miss the Synagogue and The New Powder House where up to 45,000 pounds of gunpowder were stored. In short, enough for a full-day programme.

Theater Geert Teis | The cultural har

Stadskanaal - On the border of Groningen and Drenthe, the leading regional theatre Geert Teis settles down. The cultural heart of the region for years. When you walk in, the medium-sized theatre exudes warmth and conviviality. And whether you prefer to watch local talent, admire an intimate performance or come for the big names. At Geert Teis, everyone is in the right place. Not for nothing is the theatre a household name in Stadskanaal and surroundings.

Streekhistorisch Centrum | Huize ter Marse

Stadskanaal - Next to the Water Tower, you will find the old manor farm Huize ter Marse since 1884. The house has a rich history, making it the ideal location for the Streekhistorisch Centrum. Inside the house - in words and images - you can discover all kinds of things about the history of the Kanaalstreek, Westerwolde and the peat villages of Drenthe. Find out how and why the Stadskanaal was dug. Or take a look in the old-fashioned shop, where waiting boatmen used to go for their groceries. Who knows, you might even spot some familiar products!