15 National Monuments Receive Funding for Restoration

Zeeland has a rich cultural heritage. Everywhere in our province, traces of the past are visible. Monuments are tangible witnesses of our history and form icons in cities, villages, and the landscape. They give Zeeland character and tell the story of who we are and where we come from. In Zeeland, there are over 3700 national monuments (source: Cultural Heritage Monument Register, 2025). The majority of these are residential buildings (about 2,400), but religious buildings such as churches, mills, and agricultural properties are also part of this cultural heritage.

In this college period, the budget for restoration grants has been significantly increased. With this, the Province aims to provide an extra boost to the preservation and restoration of monuments in our province. Additionally, investment is made in restoration education to ensure that craftsmanship is preserved and passed on to new generations of craftsmen.

A total amount of 3.2 million euros has been distributed across the following projects

• The Mill in Stavenisse (€180,374);
• The Walkoren Mill the White Maiden in IJzendijke (€209,879);
• The Town Hall in Middelburg (€500,000);
• Mill de Graanhalm in Burgh-Haamstede (€133,196);
• Mill de Vier Winden in Sint-Annaland (€103,772);
• The Epitaaf in the Village Church in Aagtekerke (€55,584);
• The Weidtman organ of the Protestant Church in Koudekerke (€114,155);
• The Maurits Church in IJzendijke (€120,591);
• The Barn de Staalhoeve in Zaamslag (€493,887);
• The Barn Drieweg 1 in Zaamslag (€162,687);
• Farm de Reijgerburgh in Sint-Maartensdijk (€280,831);
• Hulster’s Mill in Schoondijke (€146,923);
• The Great Maria Magdalena Church in Goes (€393,416);
• Mill Luteyn in Nieuwvliet (€186,642);
• The Church Organ of the Johannes de Doper Church in Oud-Vossemeer (€118,063).

Deputy Harry van der Maas: “Zeeland heritage tells the story of our province. By preserving and restoring these monuments, we are investing not only in our history but also in the future. This way, these special places remain visible, experiencable To be experienced by viewing or going through it and meaningful for everyone.”

For the restoration of national monuments that are not residential buildings, an annual budget is made available from the national government in collaboration with the Province. The subsidy applications are assessed by a committee of experts, who consider, among other things, the architectural urgency and the cultural-historical value of the monument. Additionally, it is important that the restoration contributes to the preservation and accessibility of the monument for a wide audience.

Next year, it will again be possible to apply for subsidy Financial resources made available for activities deemed important by public administration but not carried out by them. for the restoration of national monuments. For more information, visit Restoration National Monuments | Province of Zeeland.