Volunteers at the Weaving Workshop

In the weaving workshop, we make canvas for the sails of the Waterschip and fabrics for items sold in the shop. In the future, we’d also like to create reconstructions of the archaeological finds from the Batavialand Museum. This is a new initiative, and we’re setting it up together.

A volunteer shares: “We weave on old-fashioned looms. Visitors are also welcome to try weaving a small piece on one of these looms.”

Department and role

The weaving shop was recently established and has a location on the first floor. The inspired team invites you to learn the craft of weaving. Here you will learn warp making, threading and the weaving skill itself. You will introduce visitors to weaving on a loom and give demonstrations and workshops during vacation programs.

What do we expect from you?

  • You’re enthusiastic and want to ensure that visitors—and you—have a great time at Museum Batavialand.
  • The weaving workshop requires team spirit, dedication, a willingness to learn, and an interest in textiles and traditional crafts.
  • Would you like to learn the craft of weaving? You can try it out one day a week, always in consultation with us.
  • We’d prefer to see you one day a week. The frequency of the training period is to be arranged in consultation with your instructor.

Does this sound like something you’d enjoy?

If so, please contact the volunteer coordinator, Paula Borst, for more information. You can send an email to vrijwilligers@batavialand.nl or call 0320 – 22 59 24.

View volunteer roles here

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