All hands on deck!
Activity only available in Dutch and French.
Discover the length of the sperm whale Valentijn by measuring in one-meter steps, or play “I spy with my little eye” with the museum showcases. Think about how you throw nets off the port side or why you might prefer to leave some fish in the sea.
This family adventure hunt turns your museum visit into an interactive adventure to enjoy together. Upon arrival, you'll receive a 'panger,' a typical fisherman's basket. With this in hand, you'll move from room to room, guided by games, quiz questions, and hands-on tasks.
Pick the activities that sound most fun to you. It’s all hands on deck, as teamwork between big and small makes it even more enjoyable!
This activity is completely free with an entry ticket – ask for it at the reception.
For families with children aged 6 and up.
The activity is accessible for visitors with hearing and/or cognitive disabilities and is fully wheelchair accessible.
What is a "panger"?
An essential accessory for a fisherman embarking on a sea voyage: a 'panger'. Or is it 'paander', 'pander', 'panjer', or 'pangel'? The synonyms are numerous and vary from region to region, but they all stem from the Latin word ‘panarium’, meaning breadbasket. In the context of fishing, the term refers to the round or oval basket with two lids and a handle in which fishermen carried and stored their personal food supplies aboard the ship. On the return journey, the empty basket would be refilled, this time with the part of the catch the fisherman was entitled to, alongside his wage – the so-called ‘share fish’.
