The Appellate Division courthouse in Manhattan exemplifies Beaux-Arts architecture and history, having been completed in 1900. Among its classical features, the building contains murals that reflect Enlightenment values and a grand stained glass dome. Justice Dianne Renwick is championing a new narrative by expanding the representation in the courthouse's artworks, notably by adding sculptures and remembrances that celebrate women and people of color. This includes replacing Roger B. Taney's name with that of civil rights champion Constance Baker Motley, highlighting a commitment to inclusivity and modern values in a historically significant setting.
The Appellate Division courthouse, while steeped in Beaux-Arts architecture, serves as a platform for evolving modern ideals under the leadership of Justice Dianne Renwick.
Justice Dianne Renwick's focus on inclusivity led to the installation of a statue of a woman among male legal figures, reflecting contemporary values in traditional architecture.
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