Memorial Hall

Memorial Hall was constructed in 1923 in a style similar to the adjacent Ivey Hall. It was funded by an appeal among old students and friends of Lincoln and built as a memorial to those who fought and died in the First World War, 1914-1918, but also acknowledges the losses sustained during the South African War (Boer War) 1899-1902, and World War Two, 1939-1945. 

It was designed by the architect Cecil Wood, and built by the England Bothers.

From its opening until the 1950's Memorial Hall was the centre of public gatherings, social functions and chapel services. It even hosted weddings!

Memorial Hall and Ivey West unfortunately sustained some damage in the 2010-2011 Canterbury Earthquakes. The historic buildings were
weatherproofed and structurally propped immediately after the quakes but remained ring-fenced and off-limits until June 2022, when Council approved the redevelopment project.

Heritage architect and Lincoln University alumnus, William Fulton (Team Architects) crafted a design that fulfilled the requirements of Heritage New Zealand and other stakeholders.

In December 2022 contractors Cook Brothers began the long and painstaking reconstruction process of both Memorial Hall and Ivey West.

Memorial Hall officially re-opened in 2025 and now serves as a venue for Council meetings and other University events. 

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