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Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Building

Berkeley, California

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The building was designated as a Berkeley Landmark in 1981, recognizing its architectural and historical significance.

The Civic Center Building is designed in the Beaux-Arts style, which was popular in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Originally constructed in 1940, the building served as the main post office for Berkeley before being repurposed for civic use.

The building is named in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., reflecting Berkeley's commitment to civil rights and social justice.

Situated in downtown Berkeley, the Civic Center Building is part of a historic district that includes other important civic structures.

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