Richards Building, Federal building in Washington, DC, United States
The Richards Building featured red brick walls, brown stone trim, and multiple windows arranged in the Rundbogenstil architectural style.
The United States Coast and Geodetic Survey operated from this building between 1871 and 1929, conducting essential mapping and surveying operations.
The structure represented federal architecture of the 1870s, incorporating modern ventilation systems and adaptable room configurations for government use.
The building contained numerous small rooms arranged like a hotel, allowing for potential conversion if the government lease ended.
The Richards Building stood on the current site of the Longworth House Office Building, south of the United States Capitol.
GPS coordinates: 38.88680,-77.00820
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:39
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