The Oranjekerk (Orange Church) is a historic church located in the heart of Amsterdam, Netherlands.

The construction began in 1621 and took over 20 years to complete. The church was named after the House of Orange-Nassau, which ruled the Netherlands from the early 17th century onwards. During the Golden Age of Amsterdam (17th century), the Oranjekerk became an important cultural and social center.

The Oranjekerk is a beautiful example of Dutch Baroque architecture. The church's exterior features a striking facade with a central pediment, adorned with statues of King William I of Orange-Nassau and his wife, Princess Amalia of Solms-Braunfels. The building's roof is topped by a distinctive copper dome.

Inside the church, visitors can admire the stunning interior design, featuring intricate stone carvings, ornate woodwork, and beautiful stained-glass windows. The Oranjekerk is also home to several notable paintings and sculptures, including works by famous Dutch artists such as Rembrandt van Rijn and Jacob Jordaens.

Today, the Oranjekerk is a popular tourist attraction and an important cultural heritage site in Amsterdam. Although it no longer serves as a place of worship, the church remains a significant part of the city's history and identity. Visitors can explore the building and its surroundings, which include a small museum and a beautiful garden.

1. The Oranjekerk is located near the famous Vondelpark in Amsterdam. The church has undergone several restoration projects over the centuries to preserve its original architecture. In 2018, the Oranjekerk was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Dutch Golden Age cultural landscape.
2. Another Oranjekerk exists in De Pijp, a neighborhood in Amsterdam, built in the years 1902-'03. The architect was C.B. Posthumus Meyjes sr. The dedication took place on September 11, 1903. In the early 1990s, plans were made to demolish and replace the church with new construction. Due to local protests, a plan emerged to restore the exterior and reorganize the interior, including part of it being converted into office space.
3. Between 1997-'99, a major renovation took place, designed by architect Hans Wagner, where the inside was completely changed. The old main hall that occupied most of the building's volume disappeared and was replaced with smaller rooms, including a small church hall, designed by architect Leo Versteijlen, and a large foyer accessible from 2nd Van der Helststraat.

• Since the renovation, there is much art to be seen in the building, including works by Ruudt Peters. Additionally, since 2000, the church tower has become a resting place and breeding ground for swallow birds during the summer months.
• The garden of the building, also accessible from the street, is partially designed as a "Biblical garden". A significant portion of the Oranjekerk is now used as office space. Previously, it was used by companies such as Warchild. After Warchild outgrew the space, the church was renovated to accommodate two new businesses. Currently, theater production company Hekwerk van Youp van 't Hek and online marketing company Kortingscode.nl are located there.