St. John's in Avalon Peninsula, Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador — The Atlantic Provinces (North America)
St. John’s Court House
Le Palais de justice de St. John’s
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 22, 2014
1. St. John’s Court House Marker
The St. John’s Court House, built 1900-1094, is by far the most striking and elaborate courthouse in the province. Set into a steep hill it commands a dramatic view of the harbour. The Romanesque Revival building was designed by W.T. Whiteway and constructed of local sandstone and granite. The site, scale and design all give an impression of solidity and power, considered appropriate for its legal and other functions. The building has housed the supreme court, jail, police court, law library, judges’ offices and Colonial Secretary’s office. For a time the legislature also met here.
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Erigé de 1900 à 1904 sur le flanc d’une colline abrupte qui domine le port, le Palais de justice de St. John’s est de loin le plus remarquable de la province. Conçu par W.T. Whiteway, ce édifice néo-roman est construit de grès local avec des détails de granit. Son emplacement sa taille imposante et son style recherché donnent un impression de solidité et de puissance appropriées à sa vocation. Il a abrité la Cour suprême, une prison, le tribunal de police, la bibliothèque juridique, les bureaux des juges et celui du Secrétaire de la Colonie. Le Parlement y a aussi siégé un certain temps.
Erected by Historic Sites and Monument Board of Canada/Commission de lieux et
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Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Canada, Historic Sites and Monuments Board series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1900.
Location. 47° 33.83′ N, 52° 42.447′ W. Marker is in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, in Avalon Peninsula, Newfoundland. Marker is on Water Street close to McMurdo's Lane, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 194 Water Street, St John's NL A1C, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. William Carson (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); St. John the Baptist Anglican Cathedral (about 180 meters away); (Royal Newfoundland Constabulary Monument) (about 210 meters away); Masonic Temple (about 210 meters away); Former Bank of British North America (about 240 meters away); Bank of British North America (approx. 0.2 kilometers away); O’Dwyer Block (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Thompson Building (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in St. John's.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 22, 2014
2. St. John’s Court House Marker
The marker is to the left of the entrance.
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 22, 2014
3. St. John’s Court House
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 21, 2014, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 436 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 21, 2014, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
