History of City Hall Residential History of City Hall City Hall, on Dublin's Dame Street, was built between 1769 and 1779 and is a beautiful example of the city's Georgian architecture. Designed by Thomas Cooley and built by the Guild of Merchants as a centre for the city's trade, the building's has a rich history. Find out more. City Hall 12 Murals You can find out about the City Hall murals in the Rotunda of City Hall.