Main Post Office, Post office at Civic Square, New Brunswick, United States.
The Main Post Office is a building with red brick walls and brownstone detailing, designed in Neo-Georgian style with large arched windows. Its structure displays classical architectural features typical of civic buildings from the early 20th century.
The building was constructed between 1934 and 1936, replacing an earlier postal facility from 1903 that stood on Albany Street. It was built during a period when the government funded new public structures to create jobs.
Inside, murals depict scenes of New Brunswick during the American Revolutionary War, created by an artist as part of a 1930s government employment program.
The building is located downtown on Bayard Street and is easy to find. Visitors can view the exterior and public areas whenever the post office is open during business hours.
The building received National Register of Historic Places designation in 1984, honoring its importance to the region's architecture and artistic heritage. This recognition makes it a key landmark for those interested in New Brunswick's cultural past.
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