Building Description
The Federal Courthouse is an outstanding example of Richardson Romanesque Revival architecture. Constructed during the 1890s, a major renovation in the 1990s highlights elements of the architectural style. Areas of interest include the 5 story atrium, the ceremonial courtroom (one of the original courtrooms in the building) and the 1990s centennial courtroom. In addition to the federal courts, this building houses Senator Ron Johnson’s office and several federal agencies including the U.S. Attorney’s Office, U.S. Secret Service, and U.S. Marshals Service.
Visitor Experience
The building will be open from 10:00am to 5:00pm, but please note that admittance to the building ends at 4:30pm. Visitors to the Federal Building & U.S. Courthouse will be able to view a variety of architecture and civics-education exhibits; participate in architecture tours of the building; and attend presentations in the Historic Courtroom about the work of the federal courts and federal agencies. We are a DOMKE Family Passport site and will offer an architecture tour for kids.
Address
517 E Wisconsin Ave
Saturday Hours
10 am - 5 pm
Sunday Hours
Not Open
Photography
Photography allowed, Videography allowed, Tripod allowed
Handicapped Accessible
Fully wheelchair accessible