Verhildersum
A manor in nineteenth century style
In the Northern part of the Netherlands manors were and are an integral part of the landscape, remembering of the wealth of the countryside. First build in the 1300's, Verhildersum near Leens in Groningen is one of those. Long time seat of the Tjarda van Starkenborgh family, the manor has been reconstructed several times throughout history. The current facade was built in the nineteenth century and since 1953 the estate functions as a museum, presenting the life of farmers, workers and the upper class of Groningen in the 1800's.
The estate also includes the "Koetshuis", functioning as a gallery; an orchard with old fruit trees; an old fashioned garden, decoraded with the bronze statues by Eddy Roos; the "Museumboerderij", an old farm, also functioning as showroom for several exhibitions; and several other aspects of nineteenth century country life.
The manor and the estate are accessible to the public from April till October, tuesday till Sunday from 10.30h till 17.00h. The Museumfarm is open from April till October, tuesday till Sunday from 13.00h till 17.00h. For group visits and guided tour requests please contact us.
