Calgary City Hall, Town hall with clock tower in downtown Calgary, Canada
Calgary City Hall is a town hall with sandstone walls and a prominent clock tower in downtown Calgary. The four-story building displays Romanesque Revival features, including its distinctive arched entrance, and houses the city's administrative offices.
Construction of this town hall began in 1907 on the site of the original town hall and was completed in 1911. The project reflected Calgary's growth and its need for a modern administrative center.
This building serves as the seat of Calgary City Council, where citizens can attend public meetings and engage with elected representatives. The halls host regular sessions where residents observe local decision-making in action.
This building sits in downtown Calgary and is easy to reach when walking through the city center. Visitors should plan time to appreciate the architecture and be aware that it remains an active administrative building.
A time capsule was placed in the cornerstone during construction in 1908 and remained sealed for over 110 years until workers opened it during restoration work in 2018. The capsule held objects from the construction era and revealed details about early Calgary.
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