The original building of the Albert Town Hall was built in the 19th century, on the Place d'Armes. During the First World War, particularly in 1916, with the Battle of the Somme ; the town of Albert was seriously affected by the bombings. The Town Hall did not escape this destruction, leaving the town of Albert without its administrative and symbolic center.
After the war, a massive reconstruction period was undertaken, demonstrating the region's resilience.
Inaugured in 1932, by Albert Lebrun, President of the Republic at that time, the new Town Hall of Albert had been build in a neo-Flemish style, an architecture characterized by elements such as stepped gables, traditional materials such as brick and stone, and rich ornamentation. The reconstruction was led by the architect Louis Faille, who was able to combine respect for tradition and modernity.
An iconic building full of history and architecture, it is distinguished by its Belfry, which stands 64 metres high and has a "Westminster" carillon that rings every quarter of an hour. Its imposing facade is decorated with sculpted details and bas-reliefs that tell the story of local history and legends.