James A. Redden Federal Courthouse

James A. Redden Federal Courthouse is a federal judicial building in Medford featuring red brick walls with Georgian Revival elements, arched windows, and granite accents arranged in a symmetrical rectangular design. The structure sits on West 6th Street within the city's governmental district and houses courtrooms and administrative offices.

Construction took place from 1915 to 1916 under architect Oscar Wenderoth and the building initially housed both federal court proceedings and postal services. Congress renamed it in 1996 to honor Judge James A. Redden, who led decisions on Columbia River environmental regulations.

The building reflects early federal authority in southern Oregon and its location near the historic Oregon and California Railroad illustrates the region's connection to national infrastructure development.

The building is accessible during standard business hours, though access to courtrooms may depend on scheduled proceedings and security protocols. Visitors should prepare for routine security checks and verify any specific matters in advance.

The building maintained its combined role as courthouse and post office longer than many similar structures from that era, reflecting how essential federal services were to a growing western city. This dual function made it a central gathering point for legal and civic matters.

GPS coordinates: 42.32549,-122.87711

Latest update: December 14, 2025 15:01