Josephkerk, Assen, Protected church building in Assen, Netherlands.
The Josephkerk rises at Kerkplein 1 with an open dome tower, mechanical clockwork, and neoclassical architectural features including arched windows and plastered interior walls.
Construction of the church began in 1845 after King Willem II provided funding, and chief engineer C.J. Spaan designed the building, which opened on April 30, 1848.
The building name changed from Grote Kerk to Josephkerk in 1964, reflecting the evolution of religious practices in the Dutch Reformed community of Assen.
The church maintains regular religious services and stands as a national monument, accessible through its official website at jozefkerk-assen.nl for schedules and information.
Lightning struck the tower in 1910, causing a fire that destroyed much of it, leading to a complete reconstruction completed the following year.
Location: Assen
Inception: 1840s
Address: Kerkplein 1 9401GZ 9401GZ
Website: http://jozefkerk-assen.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.99222,6.55972
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:48
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