The John Minor Wisdom U.S. Court of Appeals Building, completed in 1915, is a grand Beaux-Arts courthouse recognized for its monumental architecture and pivotal role in civil rights jurisprudence. Named for Judge John Minor Wisdom, the building was the site of landmark decisions that advanced desegregation and civil rights in the American South.

Designated a National Historic Landmark, the building stands as both an architectural gem and a symbol of justice and equality, reflecting New Orleans’ place in shaping American legal history.