Designed by Thomson and Sandilands and erected between 1897-1901, the composition of red ashlar makes it one of the best examples of an elaborate Beaux Arts building in the City.
On each side of the main entrance are medallion busts of Provost James Kirkwood and Baillie John Marr, over the North entrance is a bust of councillor Richard Russel.
Inside the main entrance hall is a mosaic of the Govan Burgh Coat of Arms set in the floor.
On the Summertown Road entrance, there is the Italian facade of the concert hall which at one time could seat 2500.
It is still used for many civic functions, concerts and dances.
Govan Town Hall
Situated on the Govan Road and bordered by Summertown Road, Carmicheal St and Merryland Street, the town hall has
been the scene of many triumphs
April 2000: From the bottom of 'the miler' looking north-west
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