| The current location of the Chancellery of the Netherlands Orders on Nassaulaan in The Hague is the sixth location in the Chancellery's history. In 1980, the Chancellery moved into the building, at the time together with the High Council of Nobility. In 1996, with the expansion of the tasks and staff of the Chancellery resulting from the revision of the honours system, the High Council for Nobility moved to another location on Nassaulaan.
The premises of the Chancellery are part of a monumental neo-Gothic facade that was built in the middle of the 19th century, commissioned by King Willem II. In the past, the building was intended for court dignitary. One interesting architectural element is the historic 'porte-cochère', a passage for coaches that is unique in The Hague.
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Chancellery, entrance to historic coach house
photo Studio Richard
Interior of the Chancellery, historic coach house
photo Studio Richard
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