TEST OF TIME: THE ENDURING LEGACY OF VANCOUVER CITY HALL

Experience

Victoria City Hall has endured tumultuous times and decades of change – from a contentious beginning, through stages of construction, cycles of neglect, and numerous attempts to sell or demolish it. A bold new vision in the 1960s retained this impressive building as the cornerstone to Centennial Square, initiating the local heritage conservation movement and breathing new life into downtown Victoria.

In the 21st century, restoration and renewal continue, ensuring a bright and productive future for this civic complex. Donald Luxton and Victoria Civic Heritage Trust celebrate the history of an important landmark with lively quotes and anecdotes, fascinating research, and beautifully designed graphics with over 150 photographs, maps and illustrations. Recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada and a municipal heritage site, Victoria City Hall is the proud symbol of a city that cherishes its heritage – an enduring legacy that has stood the test of time.