Colorado County Courthouse - Columbus, TX
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N 29° 42.335 W 096° 32.393
14R E 738007 N 3288695
This Courthouse was designed by Eugene Heiner. Cornerstone was laid in a ceremony on July 7,1890. The completed courthouse was accepted by the Commissioners' Court on April 4, 1891.
Waymark Code: WMW092
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 06/20/2017
Views: 3
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This classic revival building erected in 1890-1891 is in the form of a Greek cross. It is now one of the 28th oldest existing courthouses in Texas' 254 counties.
Contractors Martin, Byrne & Johnson built the structure of brick and Belton stone. Local Masonic Lodge laid cornerstone.
In 1909 a tornado severely damaged building. Large bell in cupola-clock tower fell 120 feet and was completely buried in the earth. During repairs, present copper dome was added. In 1939 entire building was remodeled.
Street address:
400 Spring St.
Columbus, TX USA
78934
County / Borough / Parish: Colorado County
Year listed: 1976
Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering
Periods of significance: 1875-1899
Historic function: Government
Current function: Government
Privately owned?: no
Primary Web Site: [Web Link]
Secondary Website 1: [Web Link]
Season start / Season finish: Not listed
Hours of operation: Not listed
Secondary Website 2: Not listed
National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed
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