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THIS IS THE ARCHIVE FOR SAHRIS 1.0


THIS SITE IS NOW AN ARCHIVE AND IS NOT SUITABLE FOR MAKING APPLICATIONS

Please be aware that no content and application creation or changes to information on this version of SAHRIS will be retained.

To make applications or utilise SAHRIS for the creation of information, please use the new site:

https://sahris.org.za

Changes to SAHRIS!

The South African Heritage Resources Information System (SAHRIS) has undergone a generational upgrade and restructure. These changes to the site include, but are not limited to:

  • A new & modernised look and layout
  • Improved site usage flows with respect to applications and content creation
  • Improved site performance and stability

Launch for the new version of SAHRIS occurred on Monday the 30th of October 2023.

The new site can be found here:

SAHRIS | SAHRIS

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Town Hall, Warden Street, Harrismith

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22/06/2012

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Post date: 07/08/2012
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Archive Import
History: The building was erected by the builders Kelly and Anderson of Johannesburg. The cornerstone was laid on 2 August 1907 by Sir Hamilton Goold-Adams, Lieutenant-Governor of the Orange River Colony. The building was offcially inaugurated on 7 September 1908.
Visual Description: Double storey red brick building with centrally placed tower and decorative sandstone detail, including sandstone portico on front facade. Timber doors and windows. Market hall at rear of building with corrugated iron roof and verandah.
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Condition: Good
Construction Date: 1907-1908
Materials: Brick : Corrugated iron
Catalogue: Gous, 1994, No: 2.2, Significance Category:

Directions:
High impact, situated on town sqaure. Landmark in town.
 
 

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