U.S. Post Office (Williamsport, Pennsylvania)
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Williamsport City Hall, formerly the United States Post Office, is a historic building located at 245 West 4th Street between Government Place and West Street in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. It was built between 1888 and 1891, and is a 2 1/2 to 3-story building, with a two-story addition and six-story tower. The exterior is faced with rough-faced gray
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. It was designed by the
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under the direction of
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. ''Note:'' This includes The building was added to the
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in 1972 as a post office.


See also

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Old City Hall (Williamsport, Pennsylvania) The Old City Hall is an historic, American city hall that is located in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 as the Williamsport City Hall. History and architectural features Built in 1894 ...
* National Register of Historic Places listings in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania


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* {{National Register of Historic Places in Pennsylvania, state=collapsed Buildings and structures in Williamsport, Pennsylvania Williamsport Government buildings completed in 1891 National Register of Historic Places in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania