Workhouse, Roetersstraat, Amsterdam
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Workhouse, Roetersstraat, Amsterdam
View of the workhouse on Roetersstraat, Amsterdam. The building was opened in 1782. From 1875, it was officially to as a poorhouse or hospice. Date: circa 1800
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1782 1800 1875 Amsterdam Hospice Officially Opened Poor House Roetersstraat Workhouse
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the imposing facade of the Workhouse on Roetersstraat in Amsterdam, a historic building that has served as a shelter and place of last resort for the city's needy since its opening in 1782. Originally designed as a workhouse, the institution was intended to provide temporary relief for the able-bodied poor, who were expected to work in exchange for food and shelter. Over the years, its purpose evolved, and it was officially renamed a hospice in 1875. The building's grandiose architecture, with its tall arches, intricate stonework, and columned portico, belies the difficult circumstances that its inhabitants endured. The image, dating from around 1800, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a poignant reminder of the city's social history and the challenges faced by its less fortunate residents. The Workhouse on Roetersstraat stands as a testament to Amsterdam's commitment to providing care and support to those in need, a tradition that continues to this day.
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