Town hall of Paris 2nd arrondissement
Town hall of Paris 2nd arrondissement, Town hall in 2nd arrondissement, France
Description
The Town Hall of the 2nd arrondissement sits on Rue de la Banque with protected facades and rooftops that define its exterior character. Inside, it houses a decorated wedding hall and administrative offices where residents conduct municipal business.
History
Architect Alphonse-François-Joseph Girard designed this building in 1848 as an administrative center. When Paris expanded in 1860, it transitioned from serving the 3rd arrondissement to its current role in the 2nd.
Culture
The wedding hall displays paintings by Georges Moreau de Tours and decorative elements by Charles-Gustave Huillard from the 1800s. These artworks surround couples during their civil ceremonies with symbols of French craftsmanship and ceremony.
Practical
The building is easy to locate on Rue de la Banque with its protected facade clearly visible. Visitors can explore the administrative areas, and the historic wedding hall may be accessible during certain times depending on official activities.
Did you know?
During World War II, Secretary General Jacques Bidaut was arrested here for helping resistance fighters obtain official documents. His act of courage ultimately led to his capture and death at Neuengamme concentration camp.
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