West-Indisch Pakhuis

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West-Indisch Pakhuis, Historical warehouse at 's-Gravenhekje, Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The West-Indisch Pakhuis stands with reddish-brown bricks and natural stone bands, featuring three sections with two high gables and a triangular pediment.

From 1647 to 1664, the building operated as the administrative center for Nieuw-Amsterdam, the Dutch settlement that later became New York City.

The monogram GWC on the facade represents Geoctroyeerde West-Indische Compagnie, marking the building's connection to Dutch maritime trade history.

The structure currently functions as office space for development cooperation organizations and provides rental areas for various events.

The ground floor of this 1642 building stored animal pelts from Nieuw-Amsterdam, while upper levels contained company offices and important archives.

Location: Amsterdam

GPS coordinates: 52.37225,4.90788

Latest update: March 16, 2025 14:17

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