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A Photo Series Showing the Construction of the Treasury Building in the 1860s

  • Published September 10, 2014
Department of Treasury - November 11th, 1862
Take a look back at the history of the Treasury Building in Washington, D.C. with this series of photos showing its construction in the 1860s. Explore the progress and final result of the building's design and architecture.
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Here’s a great series of images showing the Treasury Building under construction in the 1860s.

Department of Treasury - November 11th, 1862
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Construction of Treasury Building, Washington, D.C.: Men standing in front; column being raised into position, Sept. 16, 1867

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