National Press Building, Heritage building near Parliament Hill, Ottawa, Canada.
The National Press Building spans nine stories with a limestone base, terra-cotta panels, and large windows framed by slender pilasters across Wellington Street.
Construction occurred between 1917 and 1918 as the Norlite Building until the federal government acquired it in 1954 for media organizations.
The Parliamentary Press Gallery and numerous news agencies operate from this central location, making it a primary hub for Canadian political journalism.
The structure maintains offices distributed across multiple floors, providing workspace for national and international journalists covering federal government activities.
The building features small corner towers at roof level and includes a pattern of arched windows on both ground and top floors.
Location: Ottawa
GPS coordinates: 45.42210,-75.70030
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:33
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