Exeter Hall facts for kids

Exeter Hall was a large building in London, England. It was located on the north side of a famous street called The Strand. This hall was built a long time ago, between 1829 and 1831. It was big enough to hold about 3,000 people! Exeter Hall became a very important place for many different kinds of meetings, especially those about religion and helping others.

What Was Exeter Hall Used For?

Exeter Hall was a busy place. People used it for many important gatherings. It was famous for its religious meetings. Many groups that wanted to spread their faith met there.

Helping Others: Philanthropy

The hall was also a hub for philanthropic meetings. This means groups that worked to help people in need. They discussed ways to improve society. These groups often raised money for good causes.

A Center for Social Change

Exeter Hall played a big role in social changes. Many important movements met there. For example, groups working to end slavery held meetings. They wanted to stop the unfair practice of owning people.

Fighting for Rights

Other groups met to discuss important issues. The Anti-Corn Law League held meetings there. This group wanted to change laws about food prices. They believed these laws made food too expensive for poor people.

Other Important Meetings

The hall also hosted meetings for other causes. Groups promoting temperance met there. Temperance meant encouraging people to drink less alcohol. Many different charities and missionary societies used the hall too. It was a place where people came together to make a difference.

The End of Exeter Hall

Exeter Hall stood for many years. It was a symbol of social reform in London. However, like many old buildings, its time eventually came to an end. The hall was torn down in 1907. A new building, the Strand Palace Hotel, was built in its place. Even though it's gone, Exeter Hall is remembered for its important history. It was a place where many people worked to make the world a better place.

Images for kids

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  Engraving depicting the exterior of Exeter Hall, reproduced on a 1905 postcard.

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  Meeting of the Royal Humane Society in the Great Hall of Exeter Hall in the 1840s.

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  Meeting of the Anti-Corn Law League in Exeter Hall in 1846.