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Joel W. Solomon Federal Building and United States Courthouse, Art Deco federal courthouse in Chattanooga, United States.

The five-story federal building features white marble cladding, geometric patterns, and projecting entrance pavilions adorned with carved eagles reflecting Art Deco architecture.

Built between 1932 and 1933 at a cost of $493,000, this structure initially served as both the United States Post Office and Courthouse during federal expansion initiatives.

The ceremonial courtroom contains a 1937 mural titled 'Allegory in Chattanooga' by Hilton Leech, depicting historical aspects of the Tennessee city.

Located at 900 Georgia Avenue, this federal building houses various court facilities and government offices serving the Eastern District of Tennessee.

The American Institute of Architects selected this building in 1938 as one of the 150 finest structures built in the United States during the previous two decades.

Location: Tennessee

Architects: Shreve, Lamb & Harmon, R. H. Hunt

Architectural style: Art Deco architecture

GPS coordinates: 35.04500,-85.30833

Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:30

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