Academy Palace, Neoclassical palace in Royal Quarter, Brussels, Belgium.
The Academy Palace spans across a grand structure with symmetrical wings, displaying geometric proportions and renaissance architectural elements along Rue Ducale.
The palace began construction in 1823 under architects Charles Vander Straeten and Tilman-François Suys as a residence for Prince William II of Orange.
Five Belgian academies, including the Royal Academies for Science and the Arts, conduct research and scholarly activities within the palace walls.
The palace features multiple meeting spaces, including the Albert II Auditorium with 230 seats and the Marble Room that accommodates 280 people.
After the Belgian Revolution in 1830, the palace transformed from a royal residence into a military quarters before becoming an academic institution.
Location: City of Brussels
Inception: 1824
Architects: Charles Vander Straeten, Tilman-François Suys
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
GPS coordinates: 50.84250,4.36556
Latest update: June 4, 2025 10:15
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