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This month in South Australia’s history

Fifth Adelaide Violet Day

20 June was the day chosen for Violet Day activities in Adelaide. Towns throughout South Australia observed Violet Day on a range of different dates through June and July.

Foundation stone laid

The Exhibition Building’s large foundation stone of Kapunda marble was laid by Governor Sir William Robinson on 21 June 1886. Three brass bands played at the ceremony attended by an estimated 12 000 people from all walks of life.

The Town Hall opens

The Town Hall was inaugurated on 20 June 1866 by the Governor. The town hall’s opening banquet that evening was a lavish affair for 800 people and an equally well attended ball was held on 22 June 1866. The opening concert was held on the 26 June 1866.