Henry M. Jackson Federal Building, Federal office skyscraper in Downtown Seattle, United States.
The Henry M. Jackson Federal Building is a 37-story skyscraper in Downtown Seattle with a steel frame and precast concrete exterior. The structure houses multiple federal agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service, Veterans Affairs, and the Thirteenth U.S. Coast Guard District.
The building was completed in 1974 on a site of historical significance to Seattle's founding. The location marks where Seattle founder A.A. Denny and early settlers first came ashore by canoe in 1851.
The plaza outside features two notable art installations: Isamu Noguchi's 'Landscape of Time' and Philip McCracken's 'Freedom' sculpture. These works shape how people experience the outdoor space and create a place where art is woven into the city's everyday life.
The building is located in Downtown Seattle and is accessible by public transportation. As an active federal building, visitors should expect security screening at the entrance when accessing certain areas.
When the earlier Burke Building was demolished in 1971, selected elements were salvaged and incorporated into the cafeteria of this structure. These architectural fragments link the newer building to Seattle's previous urban past.
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