- AreaLandhuis Knip, near Westpunt
- OpenTue–Sun, 10:00–14:00
- Time1–1.5 h
- TipEvery visit includes a guided tour
On Monday 17 August 1795, the enslaved workers of the Knip plantation (also called Kenepa) refused to go to work. Led by a man named Tula, they demanded their freedom, and the protest grew into the largest slave revolt in Curaçao's history, spreading to plantations across the west of the island. After weeks of fighting the revolt was crushed; Tula was betrayed, captured and executed on 3 October 1795. Slavery was not abolished on Curaçao until 1863.
Today 17 August is commemorated on the island as the Day of the Struggle for Freedom, and the white plantation house of Landhuis Knip, where it all began, is home to Museo Tula.
The museum
The museum is run by the Fundashon Museo Tula, which reopened it with a new permanent exhibition after a closure of several years. It tells Tula's story and that of his fellow rebels, puts the revolt in the context of the Atlantic world of the French and Haitian revolutions, and looks at plantation life, resistance and the role of women in the struggle. A monument to Tula stands near the house.
- Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00–14:00; closed on Mondays. Check the foundation's website or social media for occasional closures.
- Guided visit: each visitor or group gets a guided tour, which makes the story come alive.
- Booking: tickets can be booked online through the museum's website.
Getting there
Landhuis Knip lies on the road to Westpunt, about 45 minutes' drive from Willemstad, right by the turn-off to the Knip beaches. That makes it easy to combine with a swim at Playa Kenepa or an early hike in Christoffel National Park. A car is the practical option; compare on DiscoverCars. West-side island tours sometimes include a stop: see GetYourGuide. More on this corner of the island in Westpunt.
Tours: Museo Tula (Landhuis Knip)
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Frequently asked questions
When is Museo Tula open?
Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00, closed on Mondays. Check for occasional closures before you go.
Who was Tula?
An enslaved man who led the 1795 revolt that began on the Knip plantation. He was executed on 3 October 1795 and is now a national hero.
How long should I plan?
About an hour to an hour and a half, including the guided tour.
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