Guam Congress Building, Government complex in Hagåtña, US.
The Guam Congress Building is a modern government complex in Hagåtña located on Chalan Santo Papa Street that serves as both the seat of the legislature and a courthouse. The structure combines administrative and judicial functions in a single facility.
Built in 1949 by Pacific Island Buildings and Brown & Root Pacific Bridge & Maxon, the structure was later recognized by the National Register of Historic Places in 2007. This designation acknowledges its importance in the island's development during the postwar period.
The building marks a turning point for the Chamorro people in their effort to transition away from US Navy control of Guam in 1950. It stands as a symbol of local identity and the community's push toward greater self-governance.
The building is open to visitors during standard business hours Monday through Friday, with parking available in the surrounding area. Plan your visit for midweek when activity in the building is most active.
The legislature returned to the building after a 27-year absence and underwent extensive restoration work that finished in 2016. This return represented a restoration of an important site for democratic practice on the island.
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