Courthouse of American Samoa

The Courthouse of American Samoa stands as a two-story wooden structure with wide verandas spanning three sides, elevated on concrete piers near Pago Pago Harbor.

The building served as the administrative center for United States Navy operations in American Samoa from 1904 until 1952, marking a period of naval governance.

The courthouse hosts traditional fono meetings where village chiefs and representatives gather to discuss regional matters following Samoan governmental customs.

The building maintains multiple courtrooms where both local Samoan judges and international justices conduct legal proceedings for the territory's residents.

The structure remains among the oldest functional buildings in American Samoa, withstanding numerous tropical storms and natural challenges for over a century.

Location: Fagatogo

GPS coordinates: -14.27800,-170.69000

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25