New Federal Courthouse now open in Huntsville

After nearly four years of construction, the new United States Courthouse, located at 660 Gallatin Street SW in Huntsville, is officially open.The facility has been somewhat operational since 2024 as court tenants started moving in, but Friday marked its official opening.

The new U.S. Courthouse

General contractor Brasfield & Gorrie achieved substantial completion on the building in late 2024, making way for the first U.S. Courts tenant to prepare plans for relocation and occupancy.

The 123,100 gross-square-foot building brings together the U.S. District, Magistrate and Bankruptcy Courts, judges’ chambers and multiple federal agencies under one roof. It includes:

• Five courtrooms
• Six judges’ chambers
• Workspace for U.S. Marshals Service, the U.S Probation and Pretrial Services, GSA and a U.S. Senate Office
• 26 secured parking spaces

Some more tidbits:

• The courthouse is located on a 5-acre site at the corner of Lowe Avenue and Gallatin Street.
• The project received authorized funding of $103 million for site acquisition, design and construction services.
• The new courthouse’s design is neoclassical in style, with a large pedimented entry portico flanked by gently arcing symmetrical wings.
• The design also features a large formal public lawn with symmetrical plantings that will help both to create a sense of space and to focus the eye towards nearby panoramic views.
• Local artist Caleb O’Connor was awarded the public art commission for the courthouse.

“I’m proud of GSA for building a structure that does more than house our courts; it stands as a testament to the spirit of our people and our enduring commitment to the rule of law.”

Edward Forst, U.S. General Servies Administraion

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