Galveston United States Post Office and Courthouse

Galveston United States Post Office and Courthouse is a limestone government building in downtown Galveston featuring an Art Deco style with geometric window patterns and decorative eagles. The structure houses both postal and federal court operations within a single complex designed to serve both functions.

The building was constructed in 1937 under architect Alfred C. Finn's direction during a period of widespread federal building programs. It emerged as part of the government's larger investment in civic infrastructure across the nation.

The building's dual purpose as post office and courthouse shaped how locals understand federal presence in their city. This combination remains visible today in how different functions coexist within the same walls.

The building sits at 25th Street and Avenue F in downtown Galveston and remains open to the public for post office and courthouse services. Visitors should expect standard security procedures common to federal buildings when entering.

The sixth-floor courtroom features walnut-paneled walls and bronze chandeliers shaped like scales of justice, showing the careful attention paid to legal symbolism. The main lobby showcases ornate terrazzo floors and marble walls with scalloped patterns that reflect the building's craftsmanship.

Location: Galveston

Architects: Alfred C. Finn

Architectural style: Art Deco, modern architecture

Address: 25th St. and F Ave.

GPS coordinates: 29.30252,-94.79599

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:43