Victoria Hall
This imposing classical structure was built as an expression of civic pride and confidence. Finished in 1860, it housed a courtroom and a concert hall. Its distinctive cupola remains a landmark. In 1983, it re-opened following an extensive restoration program.
Location:
On the grounds of the building
55 King Street West
Cobourg, Ontario
Themes:
Buildings and structures, Politics and law
Plaque text:
One of the finest public buildings in Canada, this imposing structure was built as an expression of civic pride and confidence in the future. It was begun in 1856 and opened by the Prince of Wales four years later. Designed by the renowned architect Kivas Tully, Victoria Hall is classical in form and is distinguished by elaborately carved ornamentation, an elegant pediment supported by four Corinthian columns and a massive, column-ringed cupola. The building's interior with its traditional, pit-style courtroom and richly decorated concert hall, is as magnificent as the exterior. Briefly closed after serving as a town hall and courthouse for almost 100 years, Victoria Hall was officially re-opened for public use in 1983 following an extensive restoration program.
