Charlottetown City Hall

Charlottetown City Hall is a three-story administrative building displaying Romanesque Revival architecture at the corner of Queen Street and Kent Street. The facade features intricate stone carving, large arched windows, and detailed masonry throughout.

Construction began in 1887 with architects John Lemuel Phillips and Charles Benjamin Chappell designing the original structure. A fire station designed by Chappell and John Marshall Hunter was added in 1916 to expand municipal services.

The building hosts city council meetings and community gatherings where residents engage with local government and city officials. It remains the symbolic center of civic life in Charlottetown.

The building is easily reached from Queen Street and Kent Street and offers guided tours to explore the architectural details and interior spaces. Visitors should verify opening hours, as the active government building may have limited access during official functions.

The complex combines a town hall with an integrated fire station, creating an unusual pairing of administrative and emergency services under one architectural design. This practical layout allows for direct coordination between city officials and emergency responders.

Location: Charlottetown

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

Floors above the ground: 3

Website: https://charlottetown.ca

GPS coordinates: 46.23428,-63.12972

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:43