James E. Rudder State Office Building, Government building in downtown Austin, United States.
The five-story James E. Rudder State Office Building features 18-foot ceilings with terrazzo and marble flooring throughout its interior spaces.
Built in 1918 under architect Atlee B. Ayres, the structure initially housed the General Land Office, Department of Agriculture, and State Highway Department.
The building combines Classical Revival and Art Deco architectural elements, reflecting the early 20th-century governmental design principles of Texas.
Located at the intersection of Brazos Street and East 11th Street, the building now serves as the office location for the Texas Secretary of State.
The structure earned its place on the National Register of Historic Places in 1998 alongside the neighboring Dewitt C. Greer State Highway Building.
Location: Austin
Architects: Atlee Ayres
Part of: 1918 State Office Building and 1933 State Highway Building
GPS coordinates: 30.27194,-97.73944
Latest update: March 20, 2025 06:43
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