Penang Supreme Court Building
Mahkamah Tinggi Pulau Pinang, Light Street, George Town, Penang
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The Penang Supreme Court Building, or Mahkamah Tinggi Pulau Pinang, is an elegant Palladian-style building in George Town. The courthouse was built to replace the original courthouse which was constructed on the same site in 1809. It is located on a plot of land bounded by Pitt Street (Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling), Light Street (Lebuh Light) and Farquhar Street (Lebuh Farquhar). The building was done in the Palladian style and was inaugurated in September, 1903. The Supreme Court building was designed by the engineers of the Public Works Department headed by John Henry McCallum, the Surveyor-General of the Straits Settlements, based in Singapore. The total cost of construction was 206,678 Straits Dollars.
The building has stately columns and a domed chamber. Originally, there were also statues and emblems which have since been removed. Some of the balconies and verandahs were also sealed off during later expansions to create additional space.
Recently the Penang Supreme Court underwent renovation and expansion. A 3-storey wing was added to it. In addition, the State Government provided a piece of land across the street for additional space. Within the grounds of the Penang Supreme Court is the Logan Monument, which was also moved to the new space across the street.
Penang Supreme Court, after the Renovation
Penang Supreme Court Building, from Light Street.
New front facade of the Penang Supreme Court Building.
Penang Supreme Court, looking brand new.
Before the Renovation
Penang Supreme Court Building, Light Street, Penang
Penang Supreme Court Building, before restoration.
Another view of the Penang Supreme Court Building, before restoration.
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