Felix Meritis, Concert hall on Keizersgracht, Amsterdam, Netherlands
The Felix Meritis building features a sandstone exterior with Corinthian half-columns and a rectangular front wing connected to a rotunda at the back.
The Felix Meritis society established this intellectual center in 1777, which officially opened its doors as a hub for music, drawing, physics, commerce, and literature in 1788.
The oval concert hall within Felix Meritis was the primary music venue in Amsterdam during the 19th century, hosting performances by Johannes Brahms and Clara Schumann.
Felix Meritis continues to function as a cultural center, offering regular programs, concerts, and exhibitions throughout the year at Keizersgracht 324.
The building once contained an astronomical observatory in its domed roof, reflecting the society's dedication to scientific advancement during the Enlightenment period.
Location: Amsterdam
Inception: 1777
Architects: Jacob Otten Husly
Official opening: October 31, 1788
Architectural style: Louis XVI style
Industry: higher education
Address: Keizersgracht 324, 1016 EZ Amsterdam 1017 SG 1017 SG
Website: http://felix.meritis.nl
GPS coordinates: 52.37000,4.88417
Latest update: May 14, 2025 02:19
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