MHM Old City Hall - 1883-1886
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PeterNoG
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This Manitoba Historical Marker (Historic Winnipeg) is behind the City Hall sign on King St in the City Hall Complex at 510 Main St in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Waymark Code: WMCGN8
Location: Manitoba, Canada
Date Posted: 09/05/2011
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This is part of the Exchange District National Historic Site (
visit link) which is a 20 block area containing approximately 150 heritage buildings.
Marker Name: Old City Hall - 1883-1886
Agency: Historic Winnipeg
Languages: English
Location:
King Street between William Ave and James Ave
Marker Text:
Historic Winnipeg
Old City Hall
1883-1886
Designed in less than a month by Winnipeg architects Barber and Barber. This edifice was constructed amidst a storm of scandal and construction. Considered beautiful by some, ugly by others, it was the focus of many civic events. The "Gingerbread" city hall was razed in 1964 to make room for the present civic centre.
Website: Not listed
Link to HistoricPlaces.ca or mhs.mb.ca: Not listed
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