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Examining a model JLP01_08_066009
BULL RING CENTRE, BULL RING, BIRMINGHAM, WEST MIDLANDS. A group of councillors from Utrecht, Holland, being shown an architectural model of the Bull Ring Centre during a visit to the site.
On Tuesday 2nd July 1963, 11 members of the City Council of Utrecht, Holland, and 7 officers, including the Director of Public Works and City Surveyor, visited the Bull Ring development. The councillors spent the morning with the Birmingham Corporation at the Civic Centre, followed by a lunch with representatives of the Birmingham Corporation and the Laing Development Company. In the afternoon, the councillors toured the Bull Ring site and had tea in the cafeteria of the new Woolworths store
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This print captures a significant moment in history, showcasing the visit of a group of esteemed councillors from Utrecht, Holland to the iconic Bull Ring Centre in Birmingham. The year was 1963, and on that fateful Tuesday, 11 members of the City Council of Utrecht along with seven officers were given an exclusive tour of this architectural marvel. In the image, we see these dignitaries huddled around an intricate model of the Bull Ring Centre, engrossed in conversation as they examine every detail with keen interest. This snapshot not only highlights their enthusiasm for architecture but also symbolizes international collaboration and cultural exchange. The day began at Birmingham's Civic Centre where fruitful discussions took place between the visiting councillors and representatives from Birmingham Corporation. Following this engaging morning session, a delightful lunch was shared amongst all parties involved. Energized by their interactions thus far, the group embarked on an afternoon tour of the Bull Ring site itself before enjoying tea at Woolworths' cafeteria within its premises. This photograph provides us with a glimpse into a time when such visits held great significance - when cities across borders sought inspiration from one another's urban developments. It serves as a testament to how architecture can bridge gaps between nations while fostering mutual understanding and appreciation for each other's achievements.
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