Members of the public are welcome to attend First Circuit Court of Appeals oral arguments. Arguments are typically scheduled during the first week of each month between 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. in either the En Banc or Panel Courtroom. Please check the current court calendar and visitor policy prior to visiting as schedules are subject to change.
School or community groups interested in attending oral argument should contact the court in advance. With sufficient notice, it may be possible to coordinate discussions with panel judges following an argument regarding the judicial process. Contact Allison Guenthner for additional information.
1 Courthouse Way, Boston, Massachusetts, is at the corner of Northern Avenue and Courthouse Way.
Directions to the court
Led by Discovering Justice staff and volunteer docents, free in-person tours welcome the public into the Moakley Courthouse and provide a unique look at the structure and history of this award-winning landmark, central to the judicial landscape of Boston. Contact Discovering Justice to set up a tour.
You can also take a virtual tour or volunteer to be a docent.
Naturalization is the process by which U.S. citizenship is granted to a lawful permanent resident after meeting the requirements established by Congress in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).
Federal courts conduct citizenship ceremonies, which are open to the public and may be attended by hundreds and sometimes thousands of people. These important civic events, conducted in courtrooms and at sites in the community, present an educational opportunity for promoting public understanding of the federal courts.
Schools may want to approach their local federal court to ask if they can volunteer as part of a service-learning project. Options for students range from simply observing to taking an active part in the event.
Note: Please call the relevant Clerk's Office to confirm the date, time, location, and viewing options before attending a ceremony in person.
Immigration and Naturalization
Individuals interested in civics outreach and volunteer educational opportunities should contact Allison Guenthner for more information.
For more information about the Breyer Learning Center and Civics in the First Circuit, please contact:Allison Guenthner617-748-9347 |