From Sketch to Skyline

Since 1960 our beloved City Hall has been a major landmark in the City of Hamilton, housing the Corporation’s accounting and executive offices, two art galleries and a theatre. 2010 marks the fiftieth anniversary of the official opening of City Hall and I hope residents and visitors alike will participate in the celebrations and visit the various exhibitions that will be on display throughout the year in the City Hall foyer.
Thanks to everyone who has worked on this year long event in particular to my predecessor, Mayor Sutherland Madeiros, for taking the initiative to begin this project, to ensure the history of the construction of City Hall was documented for future generations. I extend my thanks also to Mr. Geoffrey Bird for taking the time to thoroughly research the construction and share his memories of his time as City Engineer to the Corporation of Hamilton.