U.S. Courthouse and Post Office

Constructed in 1939 as part of FDR's New Deal, this historic courthouse also hosted President Truman's post-presidency office from 1953 until his library's completion.

U.S. Courthouse and Post Office

811 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106 (Map)
Built: 1938-1939
Architect/Style: Wight & Wight // Art Moderne
Area: Downtown // Grand Blvd

The United States Courthouse and Post Office, also known as the Federal Courts Building, stands as a historic landmark in Kansas City, Missouri. Built during the Great Depression as part of the New Deal programs, this building replaced the existing post office and custom house to accommodate the city’s growing population and expanding federal presence.

It served as the courthouse for the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri from its opening in 1939 until 1998. The building's historical significance is highlighted by its role in notable events and its contribution to the architectural landscape of Kansas City.

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