Fresno City Hall

Fresno City Hall is a government building in downtown Fresno featuring postmodern architecture completed in the early 1990s. Its exterior combines dull-finished stainless steel and glass panels with an angular roofline that echoes the silhouettes of the Sierra Nevada mountains nearby.

The building opened in 1991, replacing the city's previous administrative center from 1941 as the fourth civic building to serve this function. This transition reflected Fresno's growth and its need for modern municipal infrastructure.

The council chamber at its heart draws natural light through a skylight positioned between two peaked roof sections. This design creates an open feeling when the city conducts its public meetings.

The five-story structure sits at the north end of Mariposa Mall and can be reached by car or public transportation. You can find adequate parking in the surrounding area and the building is generally accessible during standard business hours.

The fountain at the main entrance was originally removed due to budget limitations but was restored through a generous donation from the Cobb family. These donors were among Fresno's earliest settlers and wanted to honor the city's founding heritage.

Location: Fresno

Inception: 1991

Architects: Arthur Erickson

Architectural style: postmodern architecture

Floors above the ground: 5

GPS coordinates: 36.73950,-119.78500

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:04