Byron White Memorial

The Byron R. White Memorial in the Byron White U.S. Court House in Denver is now open to the public 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.  There is no admission charge to enter the exhibit; however, visitors into the building must check in with security and provide a government issued photo ID.  Cameras, cell phones with cameras, and any recording device is not permitted in the memorial.  We thank you for your cooperation and hope you will enjoy the memorial exhibit.
 

The memorial contains a number of items from his Supreme Court office, memorabilia relating to his family and fabulous multiple careers (scholar, athlete, military, practicing attorney, political and judicial) and other material.  The Society supports the Circuit Court in this project, including documents, publicity, family liaison, collecting material and oral histories. The memorial is located on the first floor of the court house at 1823 Stout Street.

The Society has provided a slide show below of approximately 20 items showcased in the memorial.  Press the Next button to activate the photos and the Previous button to go back.

For law review discussions of Justice White’s life and career before his appointment to the United States Supreme Court click on Byron White: The Practicing Lawyer.  Circuit Judge David Ebel, who served as Justice White’s law clerk and who was a close friend, has given a series of talks to lawyers throughout the circuit.  Click here for a link to his remarks.

The Byron R. White Memorial was dedicated in a ceremony held in Denver on November 14, 2006, with remarks by Chief Judge Deanell Tacha, Judge David Ebel, Judge Neil Gorsuch, and Justice White's son, Charles B. White.  Click on November 14, 2006 Dedication to listen to a recording of the dedication program or on November 14, 2006 Transcript to see the transcript of the program.

(To listen to the dedication program you will need Windows Media Player installed on your computer.  If you do not have Media Player click here for a free download.  The length of the audio program is 55 minutes.)