De Huisman (The Homemaker)

Mustard and spice mill on the Kalverringdijk (Zaanse Schans) in Zaandam

The construction of the current mustard mill De Huisman involved the demolition and use of various components of another windmill called Het Indisch Welvaren (The Indian Prosperity) and   a paper warehouse. The paper warehouse was already located on the Kalverringdijk, but De Huisman and Het Indisch Welvaren were originally located elsewhere in Zaandam. During the 1950s, both mills had to be moved due to municipal redevelopment. The old Huisman was moved to the Kalverringdijk in 1955 with the other mill following two years later. One only has to glance at De Huisman to realize one is looking at something special.

Since 1961, the renowned ‘Zaanse Mosterd' has been produced in De Huisman in exactly the same way as in the olden days. The only difference is that it can be bought now in almost every Dutch supermarket.

The mill is not open to the public, however its fine ‘Zaanse Mosterd' may be purchased at the site.

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