Verweyhal

Verweyhal is a neoclassical building on the Grote Markt featuring a structured facade with artists' names and modern art inscriptions across its surface. The upper floors contain the exhibition spaces and are accessed through an entrance positioned next to the neighboring Vleeshal.

The building was constructed in 1880 as a meeting place for the gentlemen's society Trou moet Blycken. It later shifted to banking functions in 1924 before eventually becoming a public exhibition space.

The inscribed names of renowned artists cover the facade, reflecting a deep connection to Haarlem's creative community. This visible commitment to art shapes how visitors experience the space and its role as a gathering place for contemporary works.

The spaces are best explored during daylight hours as the upper floors rely on natural light for viewing. The entrance positioned next to Vleeshal is easy to locate when approaching from the Grote Markt.

The original gentlemen's society faced financial hardship and sold the building to the city in 1922. This unexpected turn of events transformed a private gathering place into a publicly accessible exhibition venue.

Location: Haarlem

Inception: 1880

Architectural style: neoclassicism

Part of: Frans Hals Museum - Hal

Address: Grote Houtstraat 1 (voormalige Societeitsgebouw)

GPS coordinates: 52.38111,4.63583

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26