Tyler County Courthouse Improvements – Woodville, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 30° 46.504 W 094° 24.935
15R E 364537 N 3405530
Built in 1891 in an eclectic Victorian-era fashion, incorporating elements of the Second Empire, Gothic and Mediterranean styles. Remodeled in 1935-1937 with WPA help, resulted in the removal of its finer elements and the addition of a rear section.
Waymark Code: WMRQTX
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 07/26/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member T0SHEA
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Living New Deal

In 1935, the Works Progress Administration put men to work renovating the structure. An exterior stair was added on the north side, a two-story addition was added on the south side, and various interior rooms were changed. The the clock tower was re-designed and the brick exterior was covered with stucco changing the look of the courthouse to a Moderne style.

Project type: Government building (non-park)

Date built or created: 1935

Location: Woodville, Texas Tyler County Courthouse

City: Woodville

Condition: Good upkeep with a little wear and tear

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