Sociëteit De Witte

Sociëteit De Witte is a members club in The Hague featuring neoclassical architecture on Plein Square. The building combines multiple connected structures with symmetrical facades and Art Deco design elements.

The club was founded in 1782 by 114 young officials and first operated from a coffee house before relocating to its current site in 1870. The move marked its transformation into an established cultural institution.

The club houses one of The Hague's most extensive private libraries, serving as a gathering place for intellectual conversation and social events. The collection reflects decades of dialogue among its membership.

The building is located at Plein 24 in central The Hague next to other historic structures. While visible from outside, access is limited as this is a private members club requiring association with the organization.

The club granted women full membership with voting rights in 1998, marking a significant shift after more than two centuries of male-only membership. This change brought hundreds of female members into the organization.

Location: The Hague

Inception: September 1, 1782

Architects: Cornelis Outshoorn, Johan Mutters, Jo Limburg

GPS coordinates: 52.08039,4.31542

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:03