St. Louis City Hall, Saint Louis

St. Louis City Hall, Saint Louis

St. Louis City Hall is a historic building that has served as the center of local government for over a century. Designed by architects Eckel and Mann, the building draws inspiration from the French Renaissance Hôtel de Ville in Paris and features ornamental dormer windows and towers reminiscent of the Chateau de Chambord.

The interior of the City Hall is just as ornate as the exterior, with marble and gold trim adorning the walls and ceilings. The building also boasts interesting murals on the Market Street and Clark Avenue entrances.

Construction on the City Hall began in 1890 and was completed in 1904. Although the building was never fully finished, lacking carved decorations on the ornamental dormers due to a lack of funds, it has still been praised for its splendid architectural composition.

Today, the City Hall houses the offices of the Mayor of St. Louis, the Board of Aldermen, and the St. Louis Department of Public Safety. It is also the venue for the majority of local government meetings, many of which are open to the public.

In recognition of its historical and architectural significance, the City Hall was designated a St. Louis City Landmark in 1971. It remains an impressive period piece of craftsmanship and an important symbol of the city's government and history.

Why You Should Visit:
This old City Hall features a large lobby/atrium with beautiful marble stairs and railings, along with a stunning ceiling. It is worth taking the time to enter the building for this view.

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Sight Name: St. Louis City Hall
Sight Location: Saint Louis, USA (See walking tours in Saint Louis)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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