Stockholm City Hall Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Stockholm City Hall
Stockholm City Hall, seen from the south, across Riddarfjärden
General information
Status	Complete
Type	Government offices
Architectural style	National Romantic style Romanesque revival
Location	Ragnar Östbergs Plan 1 Stockholm Sweden
Coordinates	59°19′39″N 18°03′18″E / 59.3275°N 18.055°E / 59.3275; 18.055
Construction started	1911
Completed	1923
Owner	City of Stockholm
Height	106 m (348 ft)
Design and construction
Architect	Ragnar Östberg

Different views of Stockholm City Hall

The Stockholm City Hall (which in Swedish is called Stockholms stadshus) is a very important building in Stockholm, Sweden. It's where the local government of Stockholm works. You can find it on an island called Kungsholmen.

This amazing building was constructed between 1911 and 1923. A famous architect named Ragnar Östberg designed it. The city council of Stockholm Municipality holds its meetings here. It's also famous for hosting the Nobel Prize party every year on December 10th.

What is Stockholm City Hall?
- Why is the City Hall important?
  - Who designed the City Hall?
- What does the City Hall look like?
  - The Blue Hall
  - The Golden Hall
Visiting Stockholm City Hall
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What is Stockholm City Hall?

Stockholm City Hall is more than just an office building. It's a symbol of Stockholm and a place where important decisions are made. It serves as the main building for the city's government. This means it's where the people who run the city have their offices and meetings.

Why is the City Hall important?

The City Hall is important for several reasons. First, it's where the city council meets. The city council is a group of elected people who make rules and decisions for Stockholm. They decide things like how to spend money, what new buildings to build, and how to keep the city clean and safe.

Second, it's a place for big events. The most famous event is the Nobel Prize banquet. After the Nobel Prizes are given out, a huge dinner party is held in the City Hall. Many important people from all over the world attend this event.

Third, it's a beautiful example of Swedish architecture. Many people visit it just to admire its design and history.

Who designed the City Hall?

The architect who designed Stockholm City Hall was Ragnar Östberg. He started working on the plans in 1911. The building was finished in 1923. Östberg used a special style called National Romantic style. This style often uses traditional Swedish building ideas and materials. It also has some elements of Romanesque revival architecture.

What does the City Hall look like?

The City Hall is a very large and impressive building. It's made of about eight million dark red bricks. It has a tall tower that is 106 meters (about 348 feet) high. At the top of the tower, there are three golden crowns. These crowns are a symbol of Sweden.

Inside, the City Hall has many grand rooms. Two of the most famous rooms are the Blue Hall and the Golden Hall.

The Blue Hall

The Blue Hall is not actually blue! It's an open courtyard inside the building. It's where the Nobel Prize banquet takes place. The architect originally wanted the walls to be blue, but he loved the red brick so much that he kept it. The name "Blue Hall" stuck anyway.

The Golden Hall

The Golden Hall is truly golden! Its walls are covered with over 18 million pieces of gold mosaic. These mosaics show pictures from Swedish history and legends. One famous mosaic shows the "Queen of Lake Mälaren," which represents the city of Stockholm.

Visiting Stockholm City Hall

Many people visit Stockholm City Hall every year. You can take a guided tour to see the famous rooms and learn about the building's history. During the summer, you can even climb the tower for amazing views of Stockholm. It's a great way to learn about Swedish history and government.