Images of purpose-built police stations in early 20th century Washington DC

ID: 4831 ~ Source: Images courtesy of the Library of Congress

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12th Precinct Station House: The Twelfth Precinct Station House stands as one of seven remaining buildings constructed in the early 20th century as purpose-built police stations in the District.

By The DC Historic Sites team

Constructed in the 1920s, the 12th Precinct Station House is architecturally significant as a prominent example of the Colonial Revival style in the District. Additionally, the station house is…