Antwerpen, Flanders, Belgium — Northwestern Europe
Sint-Annagodshuis
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Saint Anne Almshouse
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, May 12, 2023
1. Sint-Annagodshuis / Saint Anne Almshouse Marker
This almshouse was founded in 1405 by Elisabeth, widow of Jan Hays, as a rest home for 6 females. It was renovated in 1829. The Gothic chapel with baroque entrance gate is located on the street side. A long corridor leads to a courtyard surrounded by low houses. The almshouse remained in use until 1963.
Erected by The VTBVAB.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Religion & Religious Structures • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1405.
Location. 51° 13.223′ N, 4° 24.222′ E. Marker is in Antwerpen, Vlaanderen (Flanders). It is on Korte Nieuwstraat, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Korte Nieuwstraat 22, Antwerpen,
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, the Benelux Low Countries, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Sint-Carolus Borromeuskerk / St. Charles Borromeo Church (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Albrecht Duerer (1471-1528) (about 120 meters away); Handelsbeurs / Stock Exchange (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Antoon van Dijck (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Willem Ogier (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Ruihuis (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); Vleeshuis / Das Fleischhaus / La Halle des Bouchers / Butchers’ Hall (approx. 0.4 kilometers away); “Onze Woning” (approx. 0.4 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Antwerpen.
Also see . . . Godshuis Sint-Anna (Inventaris, in Dutch). Detailed description and history of this protected monument.
History (in translation): The Sint-Annagodshuis or Weduwengasthuis,(Submitted on May 23, 2023.)located behind the Sint-Annakapel, was founded in 1400 by Elisabeth, widow of Jan Hays, and Boudewijn de Riddere, as a residence for six old women. That same year, the chapel was built, dedicated to Saint Anne. In 1540, the chaplains of the Chamber of the Poor took over the management of the almshouse, which from the French administration onwards came under the Administration of Civil Almshouses. The latter had the eastern row of houses rebuilt in neoclassical style in 1829; designer nor contractor are known. The alms house had a successful existence; it was not until 1963 that the last resident disappeared and it was rented out by the Commission for Public Assistance.Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, May 12, 20232. Sint-Annagodshuis / Saint Anne Almshouse and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 23, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 267 times since then and 34 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 23, 2023, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
