Philadelphia City Hall Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Philadelphia City Hall

Record height
Tallest in the world from 1901 to 1908
Preceded by	Ulm Cathedral
Surpassed by	Singer Building
General information
Location	Philadelphia United States
Completed	1901
Height
Antenna spire	167 m (548 ft)
Technical details
Floor count	9

The Philadelphia City Hall is a very important building in Philadelphia, United States. It's where the city's government works. This amazing building is 167 meters (about 548 feet) tall. It has 9 floors. It was finished in 1901.

A Landmark Building
What is a City Hall?
Interesting Facts
- The William Penn Statue
- Architecture and Design
Images for kids
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A Landmark Building

Philadelphia City Hall was once the tallest building in the whole world! It held this record from 1901 until 1908. After seven years, the Singer Building in New York City became the new tallest building.

What is a City Hall?

A city hall is the main building for a city's government. It's where the mayor and city council work. They make important decisions for the people living in the city. City halls often have offices, meeting rooms, and sometimes even courts.

Interesting Facts

The William Penn Statue

On top of Philadelphia City Hall, there is a large statue of William Penn. He was the founder of Pennsylvania. The statue is very tall and can be seen from far away. It's an important symbol for the city.

Architecture and Design

The building was designed by architect John McArthur Jr. It has a special style called Second Empire architecture. This style often includes tall towers, decorative roofs, and many windows. The building is covered in marble, granite, and limestone.