The View of Baltimore City Hall from the War Memorial Plaza of the six-story structure is perfect. One can also have a dramatic view of the dome and upper stories from Butchers Hill driving in to town on Baltimore Street. The building was designed by the young architect, George Aloysius Frederick (1842–1924) in the Second Empire style/Baroque revival.The cornerstone was laid in October, 1867, but the completed building was not dedicated until October 1875. The beautiful marble exterior came from nearby Baltimore county quarries. Since my visit was on a Saturday, I appreciated the classic building from the outside including the winding front staircase. A Statue representing African American soldiers who have fought for the country stands guard outside. The quiet of a weekend helped me get a better sense of the grandeur of this structure.

One of the beautiful landmarks in the city. Its structural design is wonderful. No chance to go inside but there was a War Memorial Plaza right across the building. It is surrounded by the City's important services such as the court house, fire and police department.