Clarkson S. Fisher U.S. Courthouse, Trenton, NJ

Location: 402 E State St, Trenton, NJ 08608

Significance

The Clarkson S. Fisher U.S. Courthouse (hereafter “the courthouse”) was designed by James A. Wetmore and was originally constructed in 1931-32 as a post office and federal courthouse. It is significant as a large WPA project and as one of the few federal courthouses and post office buildings in New Jersey of that era (along with Camden and Newark). Despite some changes, the exterior of this fine building still firmly communicates its original design and civic presence. The primary character defining interior spaces of the building, including grand public corridors, stately court rooms and judges’ chambers, are intact.