Storytelling Evening at the Frisian Maritime Museum

A move that feels like emigrating, and the true story behind Snitterklaas. During Story Night at the Frisian Maritime Museum, you’ll hear five different stories told at various locations throughout the museum, all centered on the theme “My Roots—Myn woartels.”

During Twitter’s heyday, Snitterklaas was the talk of the town in Sneek. Jeroen Deen will reveal the true story behind it. There will also be four storytellers fromVertellers in Fryslân. Willy van der Meer will talk about moving from Ie near Dokkum to Groningen in the early 1970s: “More than just a move: a little emigration.” Willem Feijten will share “Drawn from the Clay: It Gets into Your Genes.” Stephan de Jong will present the story *My Grandfather *, and John Ebink will share *He’s Not My Brother, But He Is My Father’s Son*.

Practical Information
The storytelling evening at the Frisian Maritime Museum is on November 20, 2026, and begins at 8:00 p.m. Each storyteller has their own spot in the museum; as a visitor, you’ll move through a rotating lineup to hear all five stories. By around 9:15 p.m., you’ll have heard all the stories and can stay a while to chat with the storytellers and other visitors. Admission is free. Please register in advance.