Old City Hall

Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.

Real history

Tacoma's Old City Hall was completed on April 23, 1893 for $257,965 and served the city until 1957 (Wikipedia). The city selected Surge Tacoma as developer in September 2018 (City of Tacoma), and the City Council approved the agreements on March 26, 2019 (Tacoma City Council, Resolution 40268). In 2026 the first tenants began moving in (The News Tribune).

Ghost stories

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Then and now

Public access

Closed to the public The building's official FAQ says it is closed to the public as an active construction site and tours are not available. Last checked: Oct 31, 2026.

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