Old United States Courthouse and Post Office (Frankfort, Kentucky)

Old United States Courthouse and Post Office (Frankfort, Kentucky) — view
Old United States Courthouse and Post Office (Frankfort, Kentucky). Photo: Kenneth C. Zirkel, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
FRANKFORT, KENTUCKY, UNITED STATES
Old United States Courthouse and Post Office

A former federal courthouse and post office in Frankfort, Kentucky, placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.

At a glance

The Old United States Courthouse and Post Office building served the United States federal courts and postal service in Frankfort. Its inclusion on the National Register in 1974 recognizes its role in the city’s civic life.

History

The building functioned as a post office and courthouse for the federal court system. That dual role made it a practical hub for both daily communication and formal legal proceedings. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.

What you see

The structure is a former federal building. Its original purpose as both a courthouse and post office required spaces for public transactions and court sessions. The building stands at coordinates 38.1975, -84.8786.

Cultural significance

Listing on the National Register of Historic Places marks the building as worthy of preservation. That recognition covers its contribution to the history of Frankfort and Kentucky.

Key facts

  • Country: United States
  • City: Kentucky
  • Coordinates: 38.1975, -84.8786

Practical information & getting there

The building is located in Frankfort, Kentucky. The coordinates 38.1975, -84.8786 identify its position within the city.

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