The Skierstins is a medieval stone house built around 1300. It is the only remaining Stienhús in Friesland and is listed as Rijksmonument. The building is first mentioned in 1439 on a piece of parchment.

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Founded: 1300
Category: Castles and fortifications in Netherlands

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mark wittebol (4 months ago)
Small but very interesting exhibition, furthermore, in addition to the viewing, a very informative video about the history of the Stins. Friendly and helpful employees.
Aad Zonneveld (17 months ago)
A visit to the Schierstins had been on my list for years and it absolutely lived up to my expectations. This building occupies a special place in the history of stinzen and states.
Bert Bijker (2 years ago)
Visited this on Sunday during the open monuments day. I was very surprised what all happened here and how neatly everything is explained. But it is also displayed in terms of objects that belong in the correct era/course. Overall pleasantly surprised with the visit here
Martine Prest (2 years ago)
De laatste stins van Friesland. Leuk om van binnen te bekijken.
Vincent van Zeeland (2 years ago)
Lovely place, great exhibition "An Animal Is Also But A Human" by poet Eppie Dam and artist Janine van Zeeland. On view until mid-August.
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