The Market Gallery

The original Council Chamber is the main display area where thematic exhibitions illustrating the cultural, commercial and social development of the city are presented using artifacts, photographs, architectural drawings and maps.

The office, conservation work area and storage vault are on the third floor. The rooms are climate-controlled to provide the best possible environment for the preservation of the works.

The two mezzanine areas which extend from the east and west walls are available to outside organizations and other civic departments for displays of public interest.

It is unfortunate but few of the original furnishings from this City Hall have survived. The paintings and sculpture seen in the photograph of the Council Chamber are still in our collection. The Mayor's chair has been restored and is often on display in its original location in front of the large fan window.

The Market Story in Depth

Introduction to History of the Market Complex
Toronto's Original City Hall: 1845-1899
The South St. Lawrence Market: 1899-Present
The North St. Lawrence Markets: 1803-Present
The Market Gallery
Selected Photographs
Printable History (Plain Text)