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Courthouse Renovation
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History of the Courthouse
Photos & Drawings
The Occupants
The New Library
The Construction Team & Progress Reports
Press Releases & News Stories
Fast Facts
History
Listed in State and National Registers of Historic Places
Original Architect: George A. Clough
Original Construction 1886-1894
Home to Supreme Judicial Court 1886-1938
Home to Social Law Library 1893-1939
Program
340,000 square feet
Seven-Justice Supreme Judicial Courtroom
Courtrooms
Court clerk facilities
Justice Lobbies
Offices
Library stacks, Library service areas
Limited secure parking
ADA upgrades; code upgrades
Renovations and Additions
New construction in open lightwells
New emerging stairs and elevators
New HVAC/electric/plumbing/fire protection
Telecommunications and data systems infrastructure
Exterior envelope repair and replacements
Historic Restoration
Great Hall with ceiling artwork
Vaulted corridors
Panel courtrooms
Windows
Extensive woodwork