White Memorial Hall

White Memorial Hall, also known as White Hall, is a historic two-storey colonial building located on Ridge Park in Gangtok, Sikkim. Built in 1932 in memory of Claude White, the first Political Officer of Sikkim, it features British colonial architecture with a distinctive clock tower. Situated at the heart of Gangtok's Ridge, it serves as a landmark and cultural venue overlooking the town and surrounding Himalayan landscape.

Visitors can expect a heritage colonial building set on the open Ridge Park in central Gangtok. The exterior features British-era architecture, arched verandas and a clock tower, surrounded by landscaped gardens and promenade area with views of the town and hills. The hall is primarily viewed from outside and photographed; the Ridge area is used for leisure walks, sightseeing and occasional cultural events. The surroundings include flower exhibition areas and pedestrian pathways.

Built in 1932 in memory of Claude White, the first Political Officer of Sikkim who served from 1889 to 1908. White played a significant role in the British administration in Sikkim. The hall was constructed as a memorial to him and reflects British colonial architectural style. It has since served as a public hall and landmark on the Ridge, associated with the administrative history of Sikkim during the British period.

Located on Ridge Park, the cultural and recreational centre of Gangtok, the hall is a prominent colonial heritage landmark and venue for public gatherings and cultural events. It represents the architectural and historical legacy of early 20th-century Gangtok and is part of the heritage character of the Ridge area alongside the Flower Exhibition Centre and promenade.