War Memorial Building

This project renovated and restored the War Memorial Building in downtown Jackson, MS to create a new home for MS Veterans Affairs.

Originally built in 1939-40 as a memorial to those who died during World War I and listed on the National Register as a contributing property to the Capitol Green since 1969, the War Memorial Building had become one of those places most people drive by rather than go inside. Water intrusion issues and underutilization of the space led to a gentle decline outside and inside the building in recent years.

The Mississippi VA leadership made the decision to locate its main staff under one roof in the landmark building. There’s not a more fitting location for the agency. The building stands as a monument to the memory of Mississippi men and women who have given their lives in defense of their country, containing unique cast aluminum doors and panels depicting battles, bas relief friezes of life in peace and war, and the Memorial for the MississippiUnknown Soldier.

The work included a restoration of the exterior stone and metal windows, interior renovation to provide
new office suites on all floors, restoration of interior plaster, stone, wood and terrazzo throughout the building, and upgrades to building systems.