Civic Centre, Grade II* listed municipal building in Southampton, England
The Civic Centre comprises four connected wings around a central courtyard, featuring a 157-foot clock tower that marks the Southampton skyline.
Construction of the Civic Centre occurred between 1929 and 1939, designed by architect Ernest Berry Webber as part of an extensive municipal development program.
The north wing contains the Southampton City Art Gallery and Central Library, providing educational and artistic resources for the local population.
The building serves multiple functions, housing city council offices, the SeaCity Museum, the Guildhall venue, and administrative services for Southampton residents.
During World War II, the Civic Centre's visual presence attracted attention from Luftwaffe commander Hermann Göring, leading to targeted bombing raids in 1940.
Location: City of Southampton
GPS coordinates: 50.90800,-1.40652
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:45
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