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Encyclopedia > Centenary Square
The Square as seen from above

Centenary Square is a public square in central Birmingham, named in celebration of the centenary of Birmingham achieving city status (in 1889). Download high resolution version (750x912, 227 KB)Centenary Square in Birmingham as seen from a ferris wheel. ... Download high resolution version (750x912, 227 KB)Centenary Square in Birmingham as seen from a ferris wheel. ... The city from above Centenary Square. ... 1889 was a common year starting on Tuesday (see link for calendar). ...


The square is a work of art in itself, with paving, railings and lamps designed by artist Tess Jaray. Tess Jaray is the artist who designed Centenary Square, Birmingham, England. ...


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A gilded bronze statue of Boulton, Watt and Murdoch by William Bloye stood until recently on a plinth of Portland stone, outside the Register Office, in Birmingham, England. ... Raymond Mason is a Birmingham (England) born sculptor who trained at the Birmingham School of Arts and Crafts under William Bloye. ... 2003 is a common year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Birmingham Rep (formerly Birmingham Repertory Theatre) is a theatre in Birmingham, England. ... John Baskerville (January 28, 1706 - January 8, 1775) was a printer in Birmingham, and an associate of some of the members of the Lunar Society. ... The International Convention Centre is a major conference venue in central Birmingham, England. ...

External links

  • Birmingham City Council (http://www.birmingham.gov.uk/)

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Centenary Square, Birmingham, West Midlands,UK (156 words)
Centenary Square is one of Birmingham's newest public squares.
It is a popular meeting place and walkway between Broad Street and the canal area and those passing on foot to the city centre.
From Centenary Square head for the Library and walk through the arcade into Chamberlain Square, Victoria Square and the city centre.
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