Henry J. Daly Building, Art Deco administrative complex in Judiciary Square, Washington, D.C.
The Henry J. Daly Building is a seven-story administrative structure in the Art Deco style located in Judiciary Square. Its limestone facade is accented with granite panels and decorative columns, while cast aluminum revolving doors provide the main entrance.
Construction took place between 1939 and 1941 with support from the Public Works Administration, consolidating various municipal departments into one location. Architect Nathan C. Wyeth designed the structure during this period of government expansion and modernization.
Inside, ceramic panels titled 'Democracy in Action' and 'Health and Welfare' decorate the walls, along with a terrazzo map of Washington D.C. embedded in the floor. These artworks reflect the values placed on public service and community welfare during the building's era.
The structure houses the Metropolitan Police Department headquarters and Department of Motor Vehicles offices at 300 Indiana Avenue Northwest. Access may be limited in certain areas since active government operations take place within the building.
The building received its current name in 1994 to honor Sergeant Henry J. Daly, who was killed during a shooting incident that took place within the structure. This naming commemorates those lost while serving in government positions.
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