Christchurch Town Hall (1972-Present)
Dates
- Existence: 1972 - Present
Biography
The Christchurch Town Hall complex, situated on Kilmore Street, overlooking the Avon River and Victoria Square, consists of three major elements arranged together as one building. The complex was designed in 1965 by the architectural firm, Warren and Mahoney, in response to a competition for a purpose built town hall. Initially, the hall complex was a joint project by the six former metropolitan territorial local authorities; the former Christchurch City Council, Paparua and Heathcote County Councils, Riccarton and Lyttelton Borough Councils, and Waimairi District Council. Today, it is now the responsibility of the Christchurch City Council.
ChristchurchNZ and Venues Ōtautahi (formerly VBase) manage the Town Hall on behalf of the Council.
Citation:
Exhibitions, Places of Christchurch, Christchurch Town Hall, Canterbury Stories, Christchurch City Libraries https://canterburystories.nz/exhibitions/places-christchurch-buildings/christchurch-town-hallFound in 6 Collections and/or Records:
Christchurch Town Hall records
Information and publicity material of Christchurch Town Hall.
Christchurch Town Hall: Records
General Christchurch, 1885-2003
Documentation of various aspects of Christchurch's history including events, buildings, correspondence, newspaper clippings, published materials, and other items gathered by Peter Dunbar.
Peter Dunbar collection
The personal papers of Peter Dunbar. They showcase his work with various institutions, groups, and organisations throughout Christchurch. Topics include the Christchurch Arts Centre, Orton Bradley Park, general Christchurch events, the 10th Commonwealth Games, Christchurch Citizens' association material, published material, Christchurch theatres, New Brighton and the New Brighton Pier, and miscellaneous items.
Town Hall, 1960-2001
Various documents relating to the Christchurch Town Hall gathered by Peter Dunbar. The Christchurch Town Hall, formally known as the Christchurch Town Hall of the Performing Arts, was opened in 1972. Events, correspondence, tickets and invitations, newspaper clippings and various other items are included.