Do you enjoy being outdoors, getting your hands in the soil, and working together with others on something meaningful?

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help care for and revive the beautiful Stijltuin at Huize Frankendael. Together, we are restoring this historic garden into a peaceful, inspiring place for everyone to enjoy.

Led by Lynn Shore and Tamara Last (English and Dutch spoken), our friendly and international group meets weekly to work on the garden. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just curious to learn, you are very welcome.

When

Every Monday, 09:30 – 13:00 (year-round)
Join us for part or all of the morning—whatever suits you. We take a relaxed coffee break together in the middle of the session.

What do we do?

Our work focuses on:

• General garden maintenance (like weeding and pruning)
• Planting and repositioning to improve the borders
• Growing plants from seed and cuttings
• Gradually restoring the garden in a natural, historically sensitive way

We are working towards a planting style that reflects the heritage of Huize Frankendael, while creating a space that feels vibrant and welcoming today.

Who are we looking for?

Anyone who:

• Enjoys being outdoors
• Is happy to get involved and learn
• Would like to contribute to a shared project

No gardening experience is needed, and you don’t have to come every week. Even occasional help—locals or visiting guests—is greatly appreciated.

Where

The Stijltuin is located directly behind Huize Frankendael, home to Restaurant Merkelbach, in Park Frankendael (Amsterdam Oost).
Address: Middenweg 72, 1097 BS Amsterdam

Join us!

We provide gloves, tools, coffee, and a variety of tasks—just bring yourself and your enthusiasm.

If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, feel free to get in touch via email or come by on a Monday morning.

You can also follow along and stay updated via our Instagram: @stijl.tuin 🌱

We look forward to growing something very special together.