(Torenstraat 15) was set up in the St. Catharijneconvent, which was closed in 1575, of which parts dating from the 15th century still exist in the white plastered and basement of the main building (beams with carved key pieces).
In 1670 the orphanage on the Bagijnestraat was extended with the New Orphanage (orphanage). In 1741, both orphanages were merged into the old building. A new entrance in Louis XV style followed in 1762. In 1785, Louis XVI style was built in a sober Louis XVI style, with a large relief with a representation of orphans and the city coat of arms (last possible 19th century). After the removal of the orphanage in 1919, plans of W.G. followed in 1923-'25. Steinmetz the renovation to retirement home (Huize Levensavond). At the location of the now disappeared New Orphanage (at Bagijnhof 48) an entrance gate was placed with the text 'Orphanage' in the wrought iron arch. The old people's home served as such until 1975.
