Alexander Pirnie Federal Building, Federal building and courthouse in Utica, United States.
The Alexander Pirnie Federal Building is a three-story structure of limestone and brick that occupies an entire block along Broad Street. Its facade features eleven bays defined by Corinthian pilasters, creating a classical appearance.
Built between 1928 and 1929, the building replaced an overcrowded postal facility from 1882. Its construction responded to Utica's growing population and need for expanded federal services.
The courtroom on the third floor keeps its original walnut fittings and geometric ceiling patterns that reflect the design choices of its era. These details give visitors a sense of how judicial spaces were formally arranged in the early 20th century.
The building is located at 10 Broad Street and has been managed by the U.S. General Services Administration since 1980. Access may be limited since it remains an active federal facility with offices and courts.
The building was named in 1984 after Congressman Alexander Pirnie, who drew the first capsule for the Vietnam draft lottery in 1969. This connection links the structure to a pivotal moment in American history.
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