Binnenstad Hoorn , North Holland, Netherlands — Northwestern Europe
Het Foreestenhuis
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The Foreest Building
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Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 22, 2025
1. Het Foreestenhuis / The Foreest Building Marker
Dit waren oorspronkelijk drie panden, waarvan het oudste pand uit de 16de eeuw stamt. De gevel 1724 in Louis XIV-stijl, werd geplaatst in opdracht van de rijke en voorname regent Nanning van Foreest. Het pand was tussen 1671 en 1801 in bezit van de familie van Foreest en is sinds 1802 in gebruik als kerkgebouw.
These were originally three buildings, the oldest of which dates from the 16th century. The 1724 Louis XIV-style facade was commissioned by the wealthy and distinguished regent Nanning van Foreest. The building was owned by the Van Foreest family between 1671 and 1801 and has been used as a church since 1802.
Erected by Gemeente Hoorn, ANWB. (Marker Number 16037/006.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Notable Buildings • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1724.
Location. 52° 38.376′ N, 5° 3.702′ 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: Voormalige Postkantoor / Former Post Office (a few steps from this marker); Jan Ruiter and Grι Visser Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Oosterkerk / Eastern Church (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Onderduikers in het Duitse hoofdkwartier / People in hiding at the German headquarters (about 120 meters away); Monument bij het Grote Kerk / Grote Kerk Executions Memorial (about 150 meters away); Kerkstraat 10 (about 150 meters away); Grote Kerk (about 150 meters away); Admiraliteitspoortje / Admiralty Gate (1607) (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hoorn.
Also see . . . Foreestenhuis (Erfgoedhoorn.nl, in Dutch). The QR code on the marker leads to this page with additional information and photos. Excerpt (in translation):
The Foreestenhuis has always been owned by the wealthy Van Foreest family. Mayor Nanning van Foreest commissioned its construction. Besides being mayor, he was also a director of the Dutch East India Company and one of the wealthiest people in Hoorn. The design of the facade exudes that wealth(Submitted on January 6, 2026.)and status, primarily through its size. The city villa consists of three separate buildings. After the merger, the building was seven bays wide; we count each window and the entrance as a bay. The design of the facade dates from 1724. This was the period of the Louis XIV style, named after and inspired by the famous French Sun King, who was greatly admired at the time. The style can be recognized by the symmetrical structure of the facade and its rich decoration. Classical elements such as pilasters and a cornice fit within the Louis XIV styles. The pilasters are the vertical bands, and the cornice is the horizontal band at the very top of the facade. Centrally located in the cornice is the family crest, flanked by Venus and Diana, and at the corners by Athena and Mars.Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 22, 20252. Het Foreestenhuis / The Foreest Building Marker - wide view
The building is currently partly used as a Mennonite Remonstrant church. If you visit the interior, be sure to note the beautiful stucco ceilings, which are also entirely in keeping with the Louis XIV style. The beautiful garden is also well worth a visit!
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 22, 2025
3. Het Foreestenhuis / The Foreest Building
Credits. This page was last revised on January 6, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 6, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 31 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 6, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
