Philadelphia, PA
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member jkozik
N 39° 57.188 W 075° 09.807
18S E 486038 N 4422568
Philadelphia City Hall
Waymark Code: WM4BQ0
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 08/03/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
Views: 33

City Hall in Philadelphia is a full city block located at the intersections of Market and Broad Streets. The building was designed by John McArthur and dedicated in in 1901. Originally designed to be the world tallest building, at 548 feet, it is still the world's tallest masonary building. At the top of the building is a statue of William Penn, created by Alexander Calder.

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Name: Philadelphia City Hall

Address:
1600 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA USA
19102


Date of Construction: 1901

Architect: John McArthur

Memorials/Commemorations/Dedications:
William Penn statue at top for the dedication


Web Site for City/Town/Municipality: [Web Link]

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