Explore the 'A Monument to the Mayor' Exhibition: Celebrating Amsterdam's Urban History and Social Housing Vision

This exhibition commemorates the 100th anniversary of the death of Amsterdam's mayor, Jan Willem Cornelis Tellegen. It explores his role in realizing new housing for workers and his appreciation for beauty and the Amsterdam School architects.

Extended from April 16, 2021, to September 30, 2022, this exhibition at Museum De Dageraad focuses on Mayor Jan Willem Cornelis Tellegen, a pivotal figure in Amsterdam's urban development. Tellegen began his career in 1901 as director of the Building and Housing Inspectorate, significantly impacting the realization of new worker housing under the Housing Act of 1901. He championed the involvement of young, enthusiastic architects, prioritizing beauty and the creation of attractive living environments to improve residents' social standing. This philosophy deeply resonated with the architects of the Amsterdam School. Tellegen's governing style endeared him to the public, and his death was met with shock, leading to the decision to erect a monument in his honor. Architect Piet Kramer, along with visual artists Chris van der Hoef and Hendricus Jansen van Galen, created this monument, which can still be seen in Burgemeester Tellegenstraat, incorporating the ideas of Tellegen and the Amsterdam School. One hundred years later, the museum dedicates numerous activities to Tellegen's life and work, as well as the artistic climate of his era. Beyond the exhibition, the program includes lectures, discussions on social housing, art routes, neighborhood activities, and craft workshops for diverse audiences.

The page does not provide specific ticketing information for this exhibition. General museum admission may apply. Visitors are encouraged to check official channels for details on accessing the exhibition and related activities.