Supreme Court Building

This Roman classical New York City Landmark with its disctinctive flight of steps and Corinthian columns was opened in 1927. Above the columns are engraved words of George Washington: "The true administration of justice is the firmest pillar of good government."

Nearest Subway Stop: Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall/Centre Street 4 6 J (5) (M) (Z)

Scenes at this Location

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  Photo Copyright Columbia Pictures 1979
  Kramer vs. Kramer
  Directed by: Robert Benton
  Starring: Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep
  It was here in the Supreme Court Building that Kramer and Kramer battled it out for custody of their young son, Billy. Although Ted ended up with custody by the movie's end, Meryl Streep could console herself with the Oscar she took home for her part in the film.