Various trees, plants and seasonal flowers, displayed among tropical plants surrounding six columns, make it a unique location to relax with a good book. The Conservatory contains the cornerstone of the Civic Centre, laid in the east corner in 1985. These are just some of the areas that contribute to making Mississauga's Civic Centre a unique and exciting place to visit. Other features include a wedding chapel on the second floor, the Mississauga Heritage Foundation on the ground floor, where city souvenirs can be purchased, and the Art Gallery of Mississauga on the southeast corner of the Great Hall. The Art Gallery features exhibitions of community and major artists.
Admission is free.
Call 896-5088 for viewing hours. Whether you are attending a function, touring the building, or visiting a City department, parking is free. The 9,000-square metre Civic Square, on the exterior south side of the Mississauga Civic Centre, consists of gardens and public activity areas. The Square has a reflecting pool which becomes an ice rink in winter, and an amphitheatre which can be booked for a variety of musical and theatrical performances. The Civic Square is also the location of the City's annual Canada Day celebration, which is attended by thousands of people each year.