United States Post Office (Joliet, Illinois)

The U.S. Post Office in Joliet, Illinois, is a historic two-story building designed by architect James Knox Taylor, constructed with funding approved by Congress in 1899. Originally built for $100,000, the post office was expanded in response to the city's growth in the early 20th century. It served the community from 1903 until 1981, when operations moved to a new facility. The building was recognized for its historical significance and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1981, making it an interesting site for tourists and researchers interested in architectural history and the development of postal services in America.