We’ve fallen a little behind in our Children in the Archives series, but as we are currently undertaking a restoration project in our beautiful Council Chamber on the second floor of City Hall we thought it appropriate to share a couple of historic images that highlight not only children visiting City Hall but this important room over time. We look forward to welcoming students and youth back into the Chamber in 2025 for tours, mock council meetings, and visits with the Mayor.
Youth visiting in the Council Chamber at City Hall, circa 1948-1949
Public Information Office Photographs, Item 0123-045_05-66-002
Military youth award ceremony in the Council Chamber at City Hall, circa 1967-1971
Identified: Lieutenant Robert Funk (in uniform) shaking hands with Mayor J. C. Lewis with Alderman William T. Gaudry looking on from the left; Tom Coffey and Clerk Sophie Gottlieb sitting at table; and Benedictine cadet Pat Rossiter standing in center of recipients (remaining individuals unidentified)
City Manager’s Office Photographs, Item 0120-006_01-21-003