Steenwijkerwold
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History
It was first mentioned in 1376 as Steenwickerwolde, and means forest near Steenwijk.[2] It developed when Kerkbuurt, Gelderingen en Thij, three esdorp villages, merged. In 1401, a church was built, and the village became independent from the neighbouring city in 1543. The Dutch Reformed Church dates from the 15th century.[3] In 1840, it was home to 1,369 people.[4]
The dolmen (megalithic tomb) O1 used to be located in Steenwijkerwold. In 1781, it was in good condition and probably had 6 capstones. In the 1840s, it was thoroughly removed.[5]
Notable people
- Herman Nieweg (1932–1999), sculptor and ceramist.
- Josje Huisman (1986), singer, actress, dancer grew up in Steenwijkerwold
References
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