Dublin Core
Title
Boston City Hall
Description
Boston City Hall is the centerpiece of Government Center which consists of both commercial and civic buildings. Construction began on the site in 1963 and was completed in 1969. Kallman, McKinnell and Knowles designed the building. The architects and the Brutalist style design have been criticized over the years, yet they have also been recognized for their departure from conventionality. Recent plans have been proposed for a relocation of city offices and demolition of the controversial building.
Boston City Hall features several art galleries featuring collections by artists who have been recognized for their work through awards and grants, and collections created by community art organizations.
Creator
Chester Smolski
Date
1972-02-01
Rights
Rhode Island College
Format
Photograph
Photograph
Identifier
0413
Smolski Image Item Type Metadata
Building Style
Brutalist
Building Type
City Hall
City
Boston
Country
United States of America
Creator 1
Kallman McKinnell and Knowles
Creator 1 Role
Architects
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Architecture -- Massachusetts -- Boston; Civil engineering -- Public buildings; Public institutions;
Region
Massachusetts
Street Address
1 City Hall Square