GORINCHEM – The historical heritage of Gorinchem will be able to be shown much more completely in the near future. This is thanks to the recent archaeological finds on the Happy Corner. Then Barracks Square and at the place where it castle of the lords of Arkel has stood.
Under the auspices of the National Service for Archaeological Heritage research was conducted last year on the Happy Corner. In addition to the remains of clergy, various old utensils came to light. In the workroom at Tinnegietersteeg, volunteers are busy restoring the finds. In addition, seeds have been sent to various universities for determination.
Castle of the Lords of Arkel in the Wijdschild.
The remains of the castle of the lords Van Arkel will be covered with clay. The contours of the castle will be recorded in the landscape. Some of the finds are exhibited in the town hall and the Gorcums Museum.
The past few weeks have been on the Barracks Square searched for traces of the Van Paffenrode country house and the associated seventeenth century city garden. Various historical utensils and the foundations of the estate were uncovered. A report of this excavation is expected in early 1998.
October 14, 1998
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