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Mulhouse Town Hall dates back to the 15th century and was originally built in 1432, but was destroyed by fire in 1551 and rebuilt in Renaissance style. The trompe-l'œil paintings were added in 1698 by Mulhouse artist Jean Gabriel and restored in 1846. In 1988, the paintings underwent further restoration. In the old picture, they appear somewhat faded, and slight differences from the current version can be seen. The fireplaces were also removed in the 20th century.
Until Mulhouse was integrated into France in 1778-79, the town hall played a strong symbolic role in its independence.
Since 1864, it has housed the city's historical museum.