Douglas A. Munro Coast Guard Headquarters Building

The Douglas A. Munro Coast Guard Headquarters Building, located in Washington, D.C., serves as the main office for the United States Coast Guard. Opened in 2013, it is named after Douglas Albert Munro, a notable figure in Coast Guard history. The building is situated on the historic St. Elizabeths Hospital campus and represents a significant investment in federal infrastructure, costing over $646 million. This modern facility replaced a series of previous headquarters that the Coast Guard occupied since its establishment in 1915, reflecting the agency's evolution and growth over the decades. Visitors and researchers interested in maritime history and federal operations will find the building's design and purpose a fascinating aspect of the Coast Guard's ongoing mission.