activities in 1882. In 1878 the architect Pierre Cuypers conducted another restoration of the building. Gemeenlandshuis today The building is considered one of Rijnland's most valuable buildings and is open to the public each year on Monument Day. It is also available for use for weddings, with its atmosphere similar to an old city hall. References Water Canon (English version) website of The Ministry of Transport, Public Works and Water Management Waterschappen in Nederland: werken met water, een onberekenbare vriend, Koos Groen, Toon Schmeink, Bosch & Keuning, 1981, Gemeenlandshuis Rijksmonuments in Leiden History of Leiden