William T. Golden Center for Science and Engineering, Scientific office building in Washington, D.C., United States.
The William T. Golden Center is a 12-story office building with postmodern design located on New York Avenue. It houses multiple scientific organizations, including the Association of American Universities and the IRIS Consortium.
The building was constructed in 1996 and named after William T. Golden, an investment banker who created the first presidential science adviser position under President Harry Truman. This development followed the growing need for specialized science organizations in the capital.
The building is home to the American Association for the Advancement of Science and serves as a meeting point for researchers and academics from many fields. Its design reflects this purpose: a place where science and collaboration come together.
The building is located at 1200 New York Avenue NW in downtown Washington and is accessible by public transportation. Most areas are reserved for organization members and professionals, so access is limited for casual visitors.
The building was designed by two renowned architectural firms: Davis, Carter, Scott Ltd and Pei Cobb Freed & Partners, combining their expertise in this project. This collaboration resulted in a design that balances innovation with functional purpose for the organizations housed within.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1996
Floors above the ground: 12
GPS coordinates: 38.90080,-77.02860
Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:01
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