William T. Golden Center for Science and Engineering, Scientific office building in Washington, D.C., United States.
The William T. Golden Center rises 151 feet with 12 floors and features postmodern architectural elements designed by Davis, Carter, Scott Ltd and Pei Cobb Freed & Partners.
Built in 1996, the center was named after William T. Golden, an investment banker who established the first presidential science adviser position under President Harry Truman.
The building functions as headquarters for the American Association for the Advancement of Science, which has promoted scientific progress since its establishment in 1848.
Located at 1200 New York Avenue NW, the center houses multiple scientific organizations including the Association of American Universities and the IRIS Consortium.
The structure combines architectural innovation with scientific purpose, serving as a central hub for organizations dedicated to research and technological advancement in the capital.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1996
Floors above the ground: 12
GPS coordinates: 38.90080,-77.02860
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:29
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