Martenahuis

Martenahuis
Martenahûs
Martenahuis
Interactive map of the Martenahuis area
Alternative namesMartenastins
General information
StatusMuseum
TypeStins
LocationVoorstraat 35, 8801 LA, Franeker, Friesland, Netherlands
Coordinates53°11′11″N 5°32′32″E / 53.18639°N 5.54222°E / 53.18639; 5.54222
Named forHessel van Martena
Year built1502
Design and construction
DesignationsRijksmonument (nr. 15756)
Website
www.museummartena.nl

The Martenahuis or Martenastins (West Frisian: Martenahûs) is a stins (estate) in the centre of the Dutch city of Franeker, Friesland. The building is located on the Voorstraat. The Martenahuis dates from 1502 when it was built by order of the chieftain Hessel van Martena. Since 2006, Museum Martena has been housed in the building.