Tales of Dordrecht (No. 30): The 'Holland of 1859'

The 30th volume in the series Verhalen van Dordrecht 'The 'Holland van 1859' is about the building of the same name. The office building of the N.V. Brandverzekering-Maatschappij 'Holland van 1859' is one of the image-defining twentieth-century buildings in the city of Dordrecht. Authors Luca van Buren and Kees Rouw tell you everything you want to know about this building! The genesis of the successful Dordrecht insurance company, the architectural design that dates back to 1939, the interiors and the works of art in and on this neo-baroque building. The architect, the flamboyant Sybold van Ravesteyn (1889-1983), is also featured. Currently, the building is used by the National Museum of Education.

Curious about other historic buildings in Dordrecht? Then also read Verhalen van Dordrecht nr. 25: Schouwburg Kunstmin. You can find more information about the Nationaal Onderwijsmuseum here.