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Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice Building

District of Columbia · United States

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  1. 1Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice Building

    Welcome to the Robert F Kennedy Department of Justice Building, a monumental structure standing proudly in the Federal Triangle neighborhood of Washington D C. As we begin our journey today, we will explore not just an…

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  2. 2Constitution Avenue Entrance Foyer & Elevator Bank

    As you approach the main entrance on Constitution Avenue, you are immediately confronted by the building's formidable guardians. The entrance is flanked by magnificent aluminum doors standing a staggering twenty feet high. …

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  3. 3The Hall of Flags

    Moving beyond the entrance foyers, we enter one of the most visually striking and symbolic corridors within the entire building, the Hall of Flags. The atmosphere here is both solemn and vibrant, a physical manifestation of the…

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  4. 4The Great Court and Courtyards

    Stepping away from the interior corridors, we emerge into the breathtaking expanse of the Great Court. When the architects conceived this building, keeping the vast structure cool and well lit were absolute priorities. …

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  5. 5The Great Hall

    Just inside the courtyard, two grand staircases invite you upward, leading directly into the spectacular Great Hall. This vast interior space was specifically designed as a grand congregation area for employees and visitors alike. …

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  6. 6The Main Library

    Leaving the echoing grandeur of the Great Hall, we transition into a space of quiet contemplation and rigorous scholarship, the Main Library. The Department of Justice library is actually much older than the building itself. …

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  7. 7The Stairwell of Justice

    As we begin our ascent up the grand staircases toward the Attorney General's office, we encounter a powerful, multi floor artistic narrative. The stairwell serves as a vertical gallery, featuring a series of striking paintings…

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  8. 8The Fifth Floor Lobby and The Curry Murals

    Arriving at the fifth floor lobby, we are immediately surrounded by a dense, spectacular collection of aluminum fixtures and intricate sculptures. The decorative elements here meticulously represent the diverse geographical…

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  9. 9The Attorney General's Hallway

    We now step into the corridors of ultimate authority within the building, the hallway leading directly to the Attorney General's office. This quiet, imposing stretch of the building is lined with the official, oil painted…

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  10. 10Closing

    As our journey through the Robert F Kennedy Department of Justice Building comes to a close, we are left to reflect on the profound legacy etched into its very foundations. Today, this massive structure houses over a thousand…

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What is Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice Building?

Robert F. Kennedy Department of Justice Building is a place in District of Columbia · United States with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationDistrict of Columbia · United States
TypeHeritage
Story sections10
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates38.8837, -76.9931
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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