The Douwe Egberts Museum, also known as Museum Joure, is located in the town of Joure, Friesland, Netherlands. It’s dedicated to the history of the Douwe Egberts coffee and tea company, as well as other local crafts and industries.
The museum is housed in a complex of historic buildings, including the original Douwe Egberts factory and the De Witte Os shop. The exhibits cover the history of coffee and tea production, from the bean and leaf to the cup, as well as the history of the Douwe Egberts company itself. There are also exhibits on Frisian bell-making, metalworking, and printing.
Visitors can learn about the different stages of coffee and tea production, see historic packaging and advertising materials, and even try their hand at roasting coffee beans or blending their own tea. The museum also has a café where visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and a slice of cake.
The Douwe Egberts Museum is open year-round, except for Mondays. Admission is charged, but there are discounts for children and groups. The museum is also a popular venue for events, such as weddings and conferences.
Here are some additional details about the Douwe Egberts Museum:
- Address: Jousterweg 44, 8501 AA Joure, Netherlands
- Website: [https museumjoure nl en]
- Phone number: +31 513 412 283
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (closed on Mondays)
- Admission: Adults €12, children (4-12 years old) €7, groups (10+ people) €10
- Accessibility: The museum is wheelchair accessible.
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