Joseph F. Weis, Jr. United States Courthouse
Joseph F. Weis, Jr. United States Courthouse, Federal courthouse in Downtown Pittsburgh, United States.
The granite and limestone building features large arched windows, carved eagles above entrances, and pink Alabama marble walls in the south lobby.
Construction started in 1931 under Trowbridge & Livingston architects, with funding from Pittsburgh native Andrew Mellon to meet federal service requirements.
The courthouse contains multiple ceremonial courtrooms with murals from the 1930s depicting the development of law and justice in Western Pennsylvania.
Located at 700 Grant Street, the courthouse serves thirteen counties in Western Pennsylvania through the United States District Court system.
The facility underwent extensive renovations between 2002 and 2006, adding modern courtrooms while preserving original bronze doors and window frames.
Location: Pittsburgh
Architectural style: Beaux-Arts
GPS coordinates: 40.44277,-79.99402
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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