Binnenstad Hoorn , North Holland, Netherlands — Northwestern Europe
Doelengebouw
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Shooting Guild Buildings
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Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 22, 2025
1. Shooting Guild Buildings Marker
Dit complex bevat de voormalige doelengebouwen van de Sint Joris- en de Sint Sebastiaanschutterij. Links ligt de vleugel met barokgevel uit 1648 en rechts de nieuwbouw uit 1779. De ingang uit 1615 is voorzien van een stenen poortje met beeldengroep bestaande uit Sint Sebastiaan en twee schutters.
Shooting Guild Buildings
This complex contains the former target practice buildings of the Sint Joris and Sint Sebastiaan shooting guilds. On the left is the wing with a baroque facade from 1648 and on the right the new building from 1779. The entrance from 1615 has a stone gate with a group of statues consisting of Saint Sebastian and two marksmen.
Erected by Gemeente Hoorn, ANWB. (Marker Number 16037/007.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Military • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1648.
Location. 52° 38.564′ N, 5° 3.597′ E. Marker is in Hoorn, Noord-Holland (North Holland). It is in Binnenstad Hoorn.
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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: Graaf van Bossu (within shouting distance of this marker); Burgerweeshuis / Orphanage (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Hoorn WWII Memorial (about 120 meters away); Ramen 34 (about 180 meters away); Claes Stapelhofje / Claes Stapel Almshouse (about 180 meters away); Nieuwstraat 18 (about 180 meters away); Kloosterpoort / Convent Gate (1607) (about 180 meters away); Lutherse Kerk / Lutheran Church (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hoorn.
Also see . . . Doelengebouw (ErfgoedHoorn.nl, in Dutch). The QR code on the marker leads to this page with a bit more information and several photos. Excerpt (in translation):
In the Doelen, the militia came together to practice on the Doelenveld, to meet or to party during the famous militia meals. The militia was originally founded to protect the city, but lost its function over the years. Eventually, in the 18th century, it only existed as a social club. In addition to the infamous militia meals, the militia is known for its beautiful militia pieces. The Hoorn militia pieces can be viewed in the Westfries Museum.(Submitted on March 28, 2025.)
As in many cities, themilitia in Hoorn was also divided into two guilds: the older St. Joris and the younger St. Sebastian guild. Both guilds were located in this building and were eventually forced to merge. The building underwent several transformations. The left part is the oldest part of the building. This exuberant facade was built in a style that we call baroque. Here you can also see the gate with a representation of Saint Sebastian. The sober right facade is the result of a renovation in 1779. The building is an important part of the history of Hoorn and has been owned by the Hendrick de Keyser Association since 1987.Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 22, 20252. Shooting Guild Buildings Marker - wide view
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 22, 2025
3. Shooting Guild Buildings - left (baroque) half
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 22, 2025
4. Tableau above entrance - Saint Sebastian and two marksmen
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 22, 2025
5. Saint Sebastian
Credits. This page was last revised on March 29, 2025. It was originally submitted on March 28, 2025, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 96 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 28, 2025, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. 4, 5. submitted on March 29, 2025, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
