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Revision as of 11:55, 23 June 2026

On the various uses of the term City Hall in South Africa, see Town Hall.

History

Also referred to sometimes as the Town Hall. Built in 18* to a design by * . Utilized besides housing the municipal offices, the hall itself was utilized for political rallies, receptions, balls, musical and other entertainments, including ballet, opera and theatre.


Use as a venue

Mark Twain performed his At Home there in 1896. ***,

The Salzburg Marionettes performed there during at least one of their tours to South Africa.

Sources

https://sahistory.org.za/place/bloemfontein-city-hall

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