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Dutch Windmill Museum

Nederland, Texas

A replica of a Dutch windmill in honor of those who settled in the region from the Netherlands. 

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The Dutch Windmill Museum and neighboring “House of Acadia” are a quirky pair of museums that honor early immigrants to the area.

The museums are home to items donated by local families that represent the Netherlands’s history. The museum also houses items from country music star, Tex Ritter.

 

 

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Free admission; check the website for hours of operation.


March coincides with the local Heritage Festival, which may affect museum hours and accessibility. 

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