Step inside the Maritime MuZEEum Zeeland, beautifully located on Vlissingen's inner harbor in the stately Lampsinshuis. This extraordinary museum tells the story of Zeeland and the sea, from the Golden Age to the present. Since 2001, the MuZEEum has been part of the Canon Network, in which museums together bring Dutch history to life using masterpieces from their collections.

Why visit.

The MuZEEum offers a rich and compelling experience of Zeeland's maritime past. Think tough sea heroes like Michiel de Ruyter, exciting VOC adventures and confrontational stories about slavery. The interactive exhibits make the museum appealing to young and old alike - educational, engaging and surprisingly fun.

After your visit, the surroundings invite you to explore Vlissingen further. Take a walk along the promenade, enjoy the view of the Westerschelde and listen to the soothing sound of passing ships. A day at the MuZEEum is a day full of stories, wonder and pride in Zeeland.

Highlights of the MuZEEum

• Michiel de Ruyter: the famous warrior at sea
  Follow the life story of Vlissinger Michiel Adriaenszoon de Ruyter - from boyhood dreams to national hero - as well as reflect on his role in the colonial past.
• Anna van Gelder - businesswoman from Flushing
  Meet De Ruyter's influential wife, who arranged the financial affairs and sailor care of the crew ashore.
• The wheel of Michiel
  Discover how De Ruyter started at the shipping company Lampsins as an 11-year-old boy - symbolizing his rise from laborer to admiral.
• Flagship The Seven Provinces
  Learn about the iconic Golden Age warship, which played a decisive role during the Battle of Chatham and the Peace of Breda.
• Life aboard the VOC ships
  Discover underwater archaeological finds such as a mustard jar with spoon and glasses - unique windows into life on board.
• A Zeeland slave ship - D'Elisabet Galy
  Meet the cruel past: a replica of a slave ship from 1762 symbolizes Zeeland's involvement in the transatlantic slave trade.

These masterpieces are part of the permanent exhibition “Go to sea with me!”, which allows you to discover maritime themes interactively - including family functions, play, education and audio-visual experiences.