Gezicht op het stadhuis van Vollenhove 1898

This photograph captures the town hall of Vollenhove, rendered by an anonymous photographer working for Monumentenzorg. The image presents us with a question: how do we memorialize and preserve our history? Monumentenzorg, dedicated to the care of monuments, took on the task of documenting buildings like this one. What does it mean to frame such a place, so rooted in the structures of governance? The town hall embodies authority, law, and the everyday lives of those it governs. Think about the stories embedded in these stones, the echoes of debates and decisions. This building, through its very architecture, stands as a silent witness to the complexities of community and power. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of our connection to the past.