Chicago City Hall, City Hall in Chicago Loop, United States
Chicago City Hall is a twelve-story neoclassical government building in the downtown area. The facade displays Corinthian columns and symmetrical rows of windows, while the interior spaces feature marble and polished finishes throughout.
Construction began in 1905 and concluded in 1911, replacing several earlier structures that had served the city since 1837. Holabird & Roche designed the building with a steel skeleton to meet the needs of a growing metropolis.
The name reflects its dual role as both city and county seat, a shared arrangement that combines Chicago and Cook County under one roof. Visitors can walk through the public lobbies and witness the daily workings of local government.
Entrances open on all four sides of the structure, making it easy to step inside from surrounding streets. Office hours generally fall on weekdays, and public areas remain accessible without prior arrangement.
A rooftop garden has covered the top floor since 2001, hosting more than 20,000 plants. This area helps regulate the building temperature and showcases an early initiative for urban greenery in North America.
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