Cell Koepel
Cell 55 – Hannie Schaft, a woman in the resistance
In this cell, close to the spot where resistance fighter Hannie Schaft (1920–1945) was imprisoned during the Second World War, her story is brought to life once again. This room depicts her final days, her role in the resistance, her courage and her death.
At the very spot where Hannie Schaft spent hours in fear, a space for reflection and awareness is now taking shape. Through images, sound and the design of the space, visitors are invited to reflect on her story and on the question: how much like Hannie are you?
The more than 400,000 visitors who visit the Koepel each year can get to know her here and be inspired by Hannie as an icon of the resistance.
Location
Haarlemse Koepel: Cel 55
Koepelplein 1
2031 WL Haarlem
Directions
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 9.00 am – 1.00 am
- De Koepel and Cell 55 are open to the public every day.
- Please note: Opening hours may vary during events.
EXHIBITION WALL
The space also features an exhibition wall. Artists can display (digital) works here, inspired by the ideas of Hannie Schaft.
Animation by Christel Bouwmeester
Artist Christel Bouwmeester is the first artist whose work is on display on the new exhibition wall in the cell. Her animation invites visitors to reflect on the story of Hannie Schaft and the significance of the place where she spent her final days.
This animation will be unveiled on 16 September 2026, Hannie Schaft’s birthday, in cell 55: the new animation by artist Christel Bouwmeester. It will be on permanent display in the cell from then on.
Redesign - Behind the scenes
Christel Bouwmeester (visual artist), Liesbeth Rood (theatre maker) and Charlotte Schot (art director) created this spatial installation on behalf of the National Hannie Schaft Foundation, together with many other volunteers.
Redesign - Thanks to our partners
The redesign was made possible financially by the Municipality of Haarlem, the Haarlem school Het Schoter, Hannie Schaft’s former secondary school, Stichting van Stigt-ing, the Cultuurkoepel Foundation and the Jeroen Pliester bequest (former chair of the National Hannie Schaft Foundation).

