Status Recently restored Address Paul Kruger street Country South Africa Construction started 1931 | Type City Hall Opened 1935 | |
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Architectural style Semi-Italian classical style Similar Melrose House, Transvaal Museum, Ou Raadsaal, Church Square - Pretoria, Burgers Park | ||
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Pretoria City Hall is a large building in Pretoria city centre which was built in 1931 and inaugurated in 1935 in order to celebrate the city-status of Pretoria obtained in 1931. It is located on the Paul Kruger Street south of Church Square and across the street from the Transvaal Museum.
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- History
- Pretorius Square
- Contemporary use
- Future use
- References
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History
In 1926 a competition was held to design the future city hall of Pretoria and the winning design was by F.G. McIntosh. Due to the economic difficulties of the then South African Republic, construction of the City Hall started in 1931 and was completed in 1935.
The Hall was completed in the Semi-Italian classical style and a George Heys, the former owner of Melrose House donated the 32 tower bells found in the hall today.
Pretorius Square
The Pretorius Square lies in front of the building including fountains and maintained gardens. Three statues of significant figures decorate the park;
Contemporary use
The hall serves as a venue for concerts and organized events including weddings. The main auditorium has a large stage and is used for classical music concerts and many other social events.
Future use
TBA