Brabants Historisch Informatie Centrum, Regional historic center and state archive in 's-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands
The Brabants Historisch Informatie Centrum is an archive that stores and makes available a vast collection of historical documents from North Brabant. The institution is housed in a 17th-century fortress called the Citadel, where visitors can access both digital and physical records.
The archive collects documents covering the development of the North Brabant region over many centuries, including records about water management and infrastructure. The collection shows how the region's landscape and society changed over time.
The center preserves documents that tell the stories of people who lived in North Brabant over centuries. Visitors come to trace their family roots and understand how their ancestors were connected to this region.
Many documents are available online and can be viewed from anywhere, but those wanting to see original papers should book an appointment. The center is located on Zuid-Willemsvaart street and is easy to reach for on-site research.
The center holds a specialized collection of building plans and architectural drawings that document how communities developed physically over time. These technical drawings reveal not just major projects but also everyday buildings that shaped the region's character.
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