Keukenhof History – Royals & Openings

Timeline Highlights

• 1950: Minister S. L. Mansholt opens first exhibition.[^ref1950]
• 1951: Commissioner of the Queen opens season.[^ref1951]
• 34th exhibition: Princess Margriet officiates.[^ref34th]

📜 Note: History is woven through pavilions—watch for archival panels.

[^ref1950]: Opening of the exhibition at Keukenhof in Lisse by Minister S. L. Mansholt (20 March 1950). [^ref1951]: Official opening by the Commissioner of the Queen in North Holland (21 March 1951). [^ref34th]: Opening of the 34th Keukenhof Flower Exhibition by Princess Margriet.