Drostdy museum
Museum in Swellendam
Built in 1747 by the Dutch East India Company, the Drostdy served as the official residence and seat of the magistrate of Swellendam. It was the most important building in town for years. It is a gorgeous example of Cape Dutch, minus its original façade gable. it has also served as a gaol, a house for the secretary, and a mill. Over the years various outbuildings were erected.
18 Swellengrebel Street, Swellendam
Visit the museum’s Facebook page here and Friends of the museum page here
