Colonial Building

The Colonial Building is a parliament building in St. John's featuring granite walls and classical columns at its entrance. It sits at the corner of Military Road and Bannerman Road and serves today as a venue for exhibitions and guided tours.

The building was created as the seat of the Legislative Assembly of Newfoundland and Labrador beginning in 1850. It ceased this function in 1959 and later received recognition as a provincial historic site.

The building reflects the political role it has held in the community since its creation. Today visitors can discover artworks and exhibitions that tell local stories within its walls.

Guided tours are available during the warmer months and typically require advance booking. The site is easy to reach on foot and sits in the downtown area where parking and other services are nearby.

After a major renovation, the first cabinet meeting in decades took place here in 2022. This marked the return of the building to active political use after a long absence.

Location: St. John's

GPS coordinates: 47.57093,-52.70679

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02