The history of New Netherland unfolds through three complementary timelines, each offering a different perspective on the Dutch experience in North America. Together, they trace the exploration, settlement, trade, and lasting influence of the seventeenth-century Dutch colony that became New York. Whether you’re researching Dutch colonial history, exploring family roots, or simply interested in the origins of New York, these timelines provide historical context for the people, places, and events that shaped New Netherland.

The timeline collection brings together three distinct narratives of New Netherland’s past. The Netherlands and Scandinavia in North America traces events from the earliest arrival of the Norsemen through the final departure of the Dutch. The Historical Calendar highlights significant dates in Dutch history and culture celebrated throughout the year. The West India Company’s First Decade (1620–1630) explores the formative years of the Dutch West India Company and the establishment of New Netherland within the wider Atlantic World. Together, these timelines provide multiple perspectives for exploring the history, people, and legacy of the Dutch in America.