Plattegrond en beschrijving van het derde gesticht van de Maatschappij van Weldadigheid te Veenhuizen 1827

This 1827 plan by Johannes van der Hey depicts the third institution of the Dutch Society for Public Welfare in Veenhuizen. The plan is notable for its detailed layout, outlining the building’s dimensions, layout, and function. This detailed and practical drawing reflects the societal focus on order and efficiency during the period. The plan, with its clear lines and annotations, serves as a document of the institution’s physical structure and its social purpose. It highlights the Society’s approach to social welfare, particularly in relation to housing and education. This plan provides a fascinating glimpse into the organization and functioning of a 19th-century Dutch social institution.