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Because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, all guided tours of City Hall and the City Hall bell tower are NOT BEING OFFERED until further notice.
During normal operating conditions, there is a guided bell tower tour at noon on the second and fourth Wednesda, from late June until early October. Tour size is limited to 20 persons and sign-up is required. The tour will typically start at the information booth in the first floorrotunda at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St. and a signed waiver form is required to climb into the bell tower. All minors must be accompanied by an adult and have a waiver form signed by a parent or guardian.
The bell tower tour does involve a fair amount of climbing and portions of it are exposed to the elements, so weather-appropriate dress is strongly advised.
Please check back to this webpage for any changes or updates regarding guided tours of City Hall and/or the City Hall bell tower.
Click on the brochure, Preserving a Timeless Milwaukee Masterpiece, to learn more about the City Hall Restoration Project.
View the Council Chambers, including the stained glass windows and ceiling stenciling.
The History of Milwaukee and its Government
Directions to City Hall, Hours and Directory
Basic Facts About City Hall
To schedule a City Hall tour or learn more, contact:
Phone: (414) 286-3285 Fax: (414) 286-3456 warnol@milwaukee.gov