Thrissur Town Hall

Thrissur Town Hall is a historic civic and cultural landmark situated in the heart of Thrissur city on Palace Road. Constructed in 1938 during the Dewanship of R.K. Shanmukham Chetti, this Indo-Saracenic building houses the Chitralayam Gallery featuring mural paintings from across Kerala, a public library, and an auditorium for cultural events. The structure serves as a testament to Thrissur's administrative and cultural heritage.

Visitors can explore the historic Indo-Saracenic architecture of the Town Hall building and view the Chitralayam Gallery which displays replicated mural paintings from various parts of Kerala. The complex includes a public library with resources on Kerala's heritage and history, and a renovated auditorium that hosts cultural performances and community gatherings. The building features disabled-friendly access, acoustic panels, and modern seating arrangements following recent renovations.

Constructed in 1938 during the Dewanship of R.K. Shanmukham Chetti, the Town Hall was built to honor King George V's silver jubilee. The building was formally opened on December 14, 1938, and has served as an important civic and cultural center for Thrissur. It was renovated in 2024 at a cost of ₹3 crore while preserving its structural integrity.

The Town Hall serves as a cultural hub housing the Chitralayam Gallery which preserves and displays Kerala's mural painting traditions. The auditorium continues to host cultural performances and community gatherings, maintaining the building's active role in Thrissur's cultural life as Kerala's cultural capital.