Historical of Batavia

 

Fatahilah Museum

Stadhuis or city hall was a formerly name of Fatahilah museum. This was built since January 25, 1707 and inaugurated in 1710. It was constructed by W.J. Van de Velde as an architect. This building was erected resemble with “Dam Palace” in Amsterdam. Initially this was used for the office General Governor, the office of Rood van Justice, College van Schepener; Weskammer, city hall and hall wedding.

Jakarta Local Administration restored this building in 1970 and then used it as a museum.