Lamar Life Building, Gothic Revival skyscraper in Downtown Jackson, United States
The Lamar Life Building is a ten-story skyscraper in downtown Jackson topped with a functioning clock tower. It combines limestone and brick construction with Gothic arched windows, spires, and decorative stonework across all its facades.
The building was completed in 1924 and represented Jackson's first venture into vertical urban development with its commanding height. It signaled the city's growing economic prosperity during that decade.
The building takes its name from a local insurance company that once occupied its heart, and residents today notice the visible Gothic Revival details adorning the facade. These features serve as daily reminders of the craftsmanship from an earlier era.
Ground level has retail spaces while middle floors contain offices, and upper levels house residential units for current occupants. Visitors can view the exterior and observe the clock tower that overlooks Jackson's streets.
The clock tower still keeps time for Jackson residents today, doing exactly what it has done for roughly a century. This makes the structure more than just a facade; it continues to serve a practical purpose in the city's daily rhythm.
Location: Downtown
Location: Jackson
Location: Hinds County
Inception: 1923
Official opening: 1924
Floors above the ground: 10
Address: 317 E Capitol St
GPS coordinates: 32.29938,-90.18346
Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03
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