Topics in this newsletter:

• Historical Association Maassluis working with Linked Open Data
• One Atlantis environment for two museums in Roermond
• Podcast tip: The importance of terminology sources for a findable archive
• NDE study day: ‘From data to platform’
• Are you satisfied? Let us know via a Google Review

Historical Association Maassluis working with Linked Open Data

Unlocking heritage is often a challenge when collections are spread across different organizations. In Maassluis, we see a great practical example of how Atlantis combats this fragmentation by uniting collections through Linked Open Data (LOD). 

Both Museum Maassluis and the Historical Association Maassluis have extensive digital collections. Previously, these items were often on separate websites, making it difficult for the public and researchers to find them. 

The Historical Association Maassluis has consciously chosen to use Atlantis as the central hub. The goal? To not only safely preserve the heritage but also to make it accessible to everyone. By utilizing the Linked Open Data within Atlantis, the collections of the Historical Association are linked to collections from other organizations. This creates a single point of access, allowing users to search in one place instead of multiple locations.

Behind the scenes, hard work is underway. The realization of this project is in the hands of the project team, formed by Kees Tempelaars, Wim den Oudsten, and Peter Swart. They work closely with the describers of Museum Maassluis to successfully migrate all source material to Atlantis. With this migration and linking, Maassluis lays the foundation for a modern and digital archive.

One Atlantis environment for two museums in Roermond

Several months ago, both the Historiehuis Roermond and the Cuypershuis started implementing a new collection management system. The project is still ongoing and provides both museums with the opportunity to manage their collections sustainably for the future while collaborating effectively with other institutions. 

Within the system, each museum receives its own module, allowing multiple museums to work in the same environment while each collection remains independent. Moreover, the system will be fully NDE-compatible, ensuring it meets national Linked Open Data standards for sustainable collection management. 

An important part of the project is that both the Historiehuis and the Cuypershuis will each receive a new public environment. Visitors will soon be able to easily browse the collections at both museums and experience the history of Roermond in an accessible way. For researchers and collaboration partners, this means that information will be organized and easily findable. 

The project gives both the Historiehuis and the Cuypershuis the chance to manage and present their collections in a clear and attractive manner. It is an important step towards a digital future for the heritage of Roermond, in which both museums can share their unique stories with a broad audience.

Podcast tip: The importance of terminology sources for a findable archive

Sixteen ways to write ‘Sint-Annastraat’; it is a recognizable problem that significantly complicates digital findability. In the podcast ‘Paulus and De Nijs on the road’, this issue is central, featuring a key role for an Atlantis user, namely the Regional Archive Nijmegen (RAN). Ellen Fooij and Tim Stapel discuss the results of their survey among archive institutions regarding the use of consistent sources.

The research shows that the sector craves more unity. Instead of having their own isolated lists, the solution lies in linking data to central registers such as the Term Network. This way, as an archivist, you no longer have to determine the spelling of a street, person, or object yourself, but can use authorized terms.

The RAN demonstrates that it is worthwhile to have this conversation now. Although the technology is still under development, working with external terminology sources is the only way to truly connect collections in the future.

NDE Study Day: ‘From data to platform’

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the Digital Heritage Network will organize the study day ‘From data to platform’ in Utrecht. This event focuses on the central question within the heritage sector: how can collection data be efficiently and sustainably unlocked to national and international public platforms?

During the day, there will be a deeper exploration of the transition from collection management to public service. Specific attention will be given to the use of the national Term Network, the application of Linked Open Data, and the transition to NDE-compatible systems. The new direction of the Accelerate program 2026 will also be discussed, focusing on the joint application of techniques that enhance the findability of digital heritage. 

Due to the relevance of these developments for the future of the sector and the unlocking of heritage, DEVENTit will also be present at this study day. Attendance at this event provides the opportunity to follow the latest insights in the field of data distribution and technical standards.

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