Blair County Courthouse - Hollidaysburg, PA
N 40° 25.804 W 078° 23.548
17T E 721187 N 4478757
The Blair County Courthouse is found at 423 Allegheny Street. Parking is available along the streets.
Waymark Code: WM14B8F
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 06/04/2021
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Originally built in 1875, the Blair County Courthouse was designed by architect David S. Gendell to be in “the modern Gothic style of architecture with the Italian treatment.” The historic structure’s stone walls featured a cut stone facing and was renowned for its carvings including over 50 sculpted human heads. A notable feature of the Courthouse was its five-story clock tower which remains to this day.
In 1906, an addition to Courthouse was constructed under the direction of architect William Plack. He faithfully copied the original materials and style, making the addition seem an integral part of the original construction with its elaborate stonework in arches, cornices and string courses.
from listed website under "Courthouse Restoration"
Year Built: 1875-1876
Current Use of Building: Court functions
Level of Courts: County
Architect: David S. Gendell
Dates this building was used to house judicial proceedings: 1876 - present
Physical Address:
423 Allegheny Street,
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
Hours:
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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