Eccles Building, Federal Reserve headquarters in Foggy Bottom, United States
The Eccles Building is a five-story administration building with a basement in Washington, constructed from travertine, marble, steel, and bronze. It houses the offices and meeting rooms of the nation's central banking authority.
Construction began in 1935 under architect Paul Philippe Cret's direction and finished in 1937 during President Franklin D. Roosevelt's term. It was built to house the expanding operations of the central bank during the Great Depression era.
The carved eagle by Sidney Waugh on the front wall represents the Federal Reserve's authority and watchfulness over the nation's finances. Inside, Samuel Yellin's handcrafted iron work shows the care put into every detail of the building.
The building sits in Foggy Bottom and is easily reached on foot from nearby metro stations. You can view the exterior anytime, though interior access may be limited to official visits.
Inside the atrium sits a large skylight featuring an etched eagle shape that reflects federal authority. This central artwork shows how carefully symbolic details were woven into the design of financial architecture.
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