United States Post Office and Courthouse
United States Post Office and Courthouse, Federal courthouse in Baltimore, United States
The United States Post Office and Courthouse is a six-story white limestone building in Baltimore that occupies an entire city block. Its neoclassical design features classical columns and symmetrical facades extending roughly 72 meters from east to west.
The building was completed in 1932 under architect James A. Wetmore's direction, reflecting the government's commitment to monumental public architecture during the Great Depression. Its construction represented a statement of institutional permanence during economic uncertainty.
The courthouse witnessed significant legal proceedings, including Vice President Spiro Agnew's resignation in 1973 and Mayor Sheila Dixon's trial in 2009.
The building is located at 111 North Calvert Street and continues to serve as an active federal courthouse and post office. Visitors should be aware that security procedures for entry can be stringent since it functions as a working courthouse.
The structure extends two levels below ground, featuring sub-basements that contribute to its total vertical span of eight floors. These hidden levels serve important functions for the building's operations and structural integrity.
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