City Federal Building, Neoclassical skyscraper in Birmingham, Alabama
The City Federal Building is a 27-story, 325-foot neoclassical skyscraper at Second Avenue North in Birmingham, Alabama, designed by William C. Weston and completed in 1913. It was originally called the Comer Building and remains the tallest neoclassical building in the South.
Constructed in 1913 as Jefferson County Savings Bank, it stood as Alabama's tallest building for 56 years. Its position at the top of the state's skyline during this period reflected Birmingham's growth as a major financial center.
The building once housed WSGN Radio in its upper levels, broadcasting music across the Southeast as a major Top 40 station. This radio presence shaped the listening habits of the region for decades.
The building occupies the corner of Second Avenue North and 21st Street North in downtown Birmingham, and its red neon sign is visible from the street. The upper floors are private condominiums and commercial space, so visits are limited to the exterior.
The Birmingham band St. Paul and The Broken Bones named a song after this building on their 2023 album. This musical tribute shows how the building remains woven into the city's contemporary culture.
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