Old City Hall (Omaha)
Building in Nebraska, United States / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Old City Hall, also known as the Red Castle, located in downtown Omaha, Nebraska was located at the corner of 18th and Farnam Streets. Completed in 1890, the building was demolished 1966 after controversy erupted over landmark preservation in the city. Along with Omaha's Old Post Office, the Old City Hall became a rallying call for more deliberate efforts by the community and city leaders.[1]
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Old City Hall | |
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General information | |
Architectural style | Richardson Romanesque/Gothic Revival |
Town or city | Omaha, Nebraska |
Country | United States |
Coordinates | 41°15′29″N 95°55′38″W |
Construction started | 1889 |
Completed | 1890 |
Demolished | 1966 |
Cost | $550,000 |
Client | Government of Omaha |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Fowler & Beindorff |
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