John Minor Wisdom United States Court of Appeals Building

The John Minor Wisdom United States Court of Appeals Building is a federal courthouse in New Orleans occupying an entire city block at 600 Camp Street with three stories of white marble and grand colonnades. Ornate decorative details and Mediterranean Revival styling elements define the exterior, making it a distinctive landmark in the urban landscape.

The building opened in 1916 as a post office and federal courthouse, playing a key role in civil rights cases during the 1950s and 1960s. A comprehensive restoration between 1971 and 1972 preserved the original structure and its architectural features.

Four large statues known as The Ladies stand at each corner of the building, representing History, Agriculture, Industry, and Arts by Piccirilli Brothers.

The courthouse is centrally located at 600 Camp Street in New Orleans and serves as an active venue for federal judicial proceedings. Visitors should be aware that security measures apply as it remains a functioning court facility.

The construction employed a carefully selected blend of local and regional materials including pine from Mississippi and Louisiana plus marble from Tennessee and Georgia. This choice of local resources reflects the building's connection to Southern craftsmanship.

Location: Louisiana

Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture, Mediterranean Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 29.94778,-90.07917

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:02