United States Post Office, Courthouse, and Customhouse
United States Post Office, Courthouse, and Customhouse, Federal administrative building in downtown Biloxi, United States.
Description
The United States Post Office, Courthouse, and Customhouse is a three-story limestone structure featuring classical columns and symmetrical window arrangements. The facade displays ornate carved stone details typical of early 20th-century federal architecture.
History
Architect James Knox Taylor designed the building in 1905 as a federal administrative center for the Mississippi Gulf Coast region. Its original purpose was to handle mail distribution, court proceedings, and customs inspection for maritime traffic.
Culture
The building served as a hub where locals conducted daily business, from mailing letters to settling maritime disputes. Its central location made it a natural gathering point for Biloxi residents handling official matters.
Practical
The building sits in downtown Biloxi on Lameuse Street and is easy to locate. Keep in mind it remains an active government office, so certain areas may not be open to the public for tours.
Did you know?
The building was later converted to serve as Biloxi City Hall, allowing it to continue as an administrative hub while shifting its primary function. This adaptation demonstrates how historic structures can remain relevant to communities without losing their original architectural character.
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