Academy Palace, Neoclassical palace in Royal Quarter, Brussels, Belgium.
Academy Palace is a neoclassical building on Rue Ducale featuring symmetrical wings and geometric proportions throughout its structure. Inside are several event spaces including the Albert II Auditorium with seating for about 230 people and the Marble Room that holds around 280.
Construction started in 1823 under architects Charles Vander Straeten and Tilman-Francois Suys as a residence for Prince William II of Orange. Following the Belgian Revolution in 1830, it became military quarters before eventually serving as an academic center.
The academies dedicated to science and the arts shape what happens inside the palace through their daily work and regular events. You can sense the presence of scholars and artists working and studying there.
The building has various rooms with different capacities suited for different types of gatherings. The spaces are generally accessible and equipped for meetings and conferences.
The building underwent a rare transformation from royal residence to military quarters to academic center in less than two centuries. These shifts reflect the political changes that shaped Brussels and Belgium during this era.
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