In the Baroque style, its construction began in 1760 and was completed in 1770. 

Originally, it was the Tridentine Seminary of San Pedro and San Pablo de Valladolid. It was here that José María Morelos was ordained as a priest.

This eclectic building was constructed on the grounds that belonged to the Convent of the Catarinas nuns. Part of this land was designated for a women's college run by the Teresian sisters.

The building has a clear French influence, although its decoration features neobaroque details. Its facade is considered one of the most beautiful in the city.

In 1859, during the Reform, the building was expropriated and used to house the Legislative and Judicial powers, becoming the headquarters of the State Executive Branch from 1867 onwards. 

It has two levels and three courtyards surrounded by Tuscan arches. The monumental main staircase supported by three arches stands out, and its walls display three impressive works by the Michoacan artist Alfredo Zalce, depicting various episodes of Mexican history.

Currently, the building houses the federal offices of Hacienda, the District Court, the Agrarian Delegation, and Post and Telegraph.