The Centennial Building was built in the early 1850s as the Ontario County Courthouse. Designed by prominent architects Frederick Cumberland and Wallace Storm, this building served from 1854 until 1964 as a trial court and a meeting place for County Council. In 1967, a local Centennial project turned the building into a community centre. The courthouse presently houses the Whitby Courthouse Theatre, a banquet facility, local archives and is used by community organizations. In 1979, the Centennial Building was designated as a Heritage Structure under the Ontario Heritage Act, and a Heritage Easement was registered with the Ontario Heritage Foundation in 1984, protecting the heritage value of both the property and the building. During the 2002-2003 season, the Centennial Building was temporarily closed for renovations, which focused on restoring the facility to its original splendour. Following this extensive renovation project the Centennial Building officially reopened to the public on June 14, 2003.Whitby Courthouse Theatre, located in the Centennial Building, provides quality community theatre to the public.

Hours of Operation

• Centennial Building Reception Centre, 905 430-4300 ext 7100
• Monday to Sunday: 8:30am - 9:30pm

Rental Facilities

• Attersley Room:
• Permitted Functions: Meetings, dance classes, martial arts and workshops
• Capacity: 75
• Hall Description: Main level multi-purpose use room., 20 feet x 40 feet, 800 square feet, Tile Floor
• Kitchen: n/a
• Bar Facilities: Counter and Sink
• Special Permit Requirements: n/a
• Parking: Parking lot adjacent building
• Gould Room:
• Permitted Functions: Meetings, workshops and conferences
• Capacity: 40
• Hall Description: Main level multi-purpose use room., 19 feet x 30 feet, 570 square feet, Carpeted Floor, Whiteboard
• Kitchen: n/a
• Bar Facilities: n/a
• Special Permit Requirements: n/a
• Parking: Parking lot adjacent building
• McKay Room:
• Permitted Functions: Meetings, workshops and conferences
• Capacity: 30
• Hall Description: Lower level meeting room., 15 feet x 25 feet, 375 square feet, Whiteboard
• Kitchen: n/a
• Bar Facilities: n/a
• Special Permit Requirements: n/a
• Parking: Parking lot adjacent building
• Regal Room:
• Permitted Functions: Weddings, banquets, meetings, workshops and conferences
• Capacity: 100 - Dance, 175 - Meeting (chairs only), 60 inch tables, Wooden padded chairs
• Hall Description: Upper level multi-purpose use room., 52 feet x 31 feet, 1612 square feet, Air Conditioning, Fireplace, Luxurious carpet, Wooden dance floor, Stunning Architectural Views
• Kitchen: Triple sink, Hand wash sink, Refrigerator, Bar refrigerator, 4 burner stove/oven
• Bar Facilities: Copy of Special Occasion Permit - Liquor required, Bartender with Smart Serve certificate required
• Special Permit Requirements: #3672
• Parking: Parking lot adjacent building
• Reynolds Room:
• Permitted Functions: Meetings and small workshops
• Capacity: 20
• Hall Description: Lower level meeting room., 15 feet x 15 feet, 225 square feet, Whiteboard
• Kitchen: n/a
• Bar Facilities: n/a
• Special Permit Requirements: n/a
• Parking: Parking lot adjacent building
• Theatre:
• Permitted Functions: Musical and theatrical performances, weddings, banquets, conferences, meetings and workshops
• Capacity: 154 - Fixed Seating
• Hall Description: Main Level entry, Air Conditioning, Luxurious carpet, Stunning Architectural Views
• Kitchen: n/a
• Bar Facilities: n/a
• Special Permit Requirements: #3672
• Parking: Parking lot adjacent building