4.5Texas State Capitol(7.977 reviews) - Don't mess with Texas --- Big State Capitol for a Big State Sunday: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
If it's in Texas, it must be bigger and better. That is the motto that architects followed with the Capitol Building in Austin. At one time, it was the tallest capitol building in the nation. Others might be taller now, but this is still a beautiful building that shows off many of the natural resources which are so prevalent in Texas, such as limestone and the landscapes.See more..
4.5Bureau of Engraving and Printing(771 reviews) - Unique and exciting educational experience Temporarily closed - Closed until further notice Government Buildings
Attended a special event that allowed us to meet an employee from each department of the building and design our own dollar. Even without the event, the free guided tour would have been worthwhile. My 9 year old was so impressed with the "money factory" and unique gift shop. A must see in the DFW area!!See more..
I was born in Sulphur Springs, TX and this Courthouse always has held a special place in my heart. I have seen a lot of Courthouses in Texas and this one is the winner.See more..
4.5McKinney Performing Arts Center(58 reviews) - History and Entertainment combined Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Government Buildings
Enjoy Our Multi-Purpose Facility McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC) is a multi-purpose facility available for your special event or meeting. With a variety of rooms for rent at a flexible cost, it’s sure to make your next event historic. The theater in the historic Collin County Courthouse seats 427 for live entertainment including off-Broadway, comedy, theater and concerts. Tickets are available online or by phone at the Emerson Ticket Office. MPAC is in the center of the historic district with a variety of restaurants and boutique shops that make it the perfect destination that is unique by nature! Our Mission The McKinney Performing Arts Center is dedicated to providing the community with a unique and professional venue in which cultural, artistic and educational opportunities are nurtured in a supportive environment.See more..
4.5Parker County Courthouse(49 reviews) - Nice Architecture! Spent < 1 hour Government Buildings
Drove by the building twice last weekend and really thought it had a unique flair and charisma. The design is beautiful and gives this quaint town a ton of charm!See more..
Historic Williamson County Courthouse 710 S Main St, Georgetown, TX 78626-5703 It is all in beige. It was Christmas! Learbu This place is historic. They have pillars and at the top of the County Courthouse we see the lady with the balance. Henry C. Matysek Kuklux Klan Trial that happened in this place. A must see!See more..
4.5Goliad County Court House(42 reviews) - Perfect place to start a bike ride to the historic missions and see the historic town square Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Civic Centres • Government Buildings
This 1894 courthouse ranks up there with some of the other beautiful county courthouses build in Texas. In fact, this one in Goliad was designed by the same person as the Caldwell courthouse in Lockhart (both are beautiful). We brought our bikes to go on the Angel of Goliad Hike and Bike Trail because the trailhead is just 2 short blocks to the south. This is a perfect starting point because you can also see the courthouse and the beautiful historic town square that surrounds the courthouse.See more..
5.0Hill County Courthouse(38 reviews) - Beautiful Old Courthouse Sunday: Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
Well I don't really know how much of the courthouse is original, however I do recall the fire which destroyed the building. They have done an outstanding job in restoration. We just made a drive by and did not go inside. We used to go to Hillsboro quite often to the Outlet Mall however many of those shops have closed as we noted this past week end. Looks like we may be ending that shopping trip unless something drastically happens to the shops. A trip to Hillsboro to see the old courthouse would be worth one's time.See more..
4.0Polk County Courthouse(14 reviews) - Historic Courthouse Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
This place is full of the business of Livingston and Polk County but the historic features are fun to look at where as it may not be so fun for official purposes. The landscape around the courthouse is always kept in picture perfect shape. If you are traveling through Livingston along Highway 190 then you can not miss it or you was asleep and that might be why you are at the courthouse to begin with... lol This place is awesome to pass by and see or park and walk around.See more..
4.5Courthouse-on-the-Square(12 reviews) - Nice any time, but especially so at night Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
A beautiful town square and courthouse, and at night is very active. There are several nice town squares in Texas, but this is one of the most lively because it is a college town. Lively but not rowdy. Candy store and ice cream make it fun for family times. Theater and bar make it fun for college kids.See more..
4.0Hays County Historic Courthouse(11 reviews) - Historic Courthouse Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
This historical building is one-of-a-kind; it is gorgeous. It was built in the classical revival style house built in 1908 and in on the National Register of Historic Places.See more..
4.5Bosque County Courthouse(7 reviews) - Among the prettiest of county courthouses in small-Texas towns Spent 1-2 hours Government Buildings
During our travels across Texas we make a point to stop at historic Texas courthouses. This one in Meridian is on our "top 10 list", and is worth a stop.See more..
4.5Young County Courthouse(6 reviews) - Very Historic & Well Maintained Spent < 1 hour Government Buildings
This is a very historic building with more than just legal matters. There are bits of history woven throughout this beautiful building.See more..
3.5Eastland County Courthouse(6 reviews) - Old Rip Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings The courthouse is easy to find. Walk up the north entrance to see the casket of Old Rip--the story of the town.See more..
Interesting place to visit, thou it is still a working courthouse. To busy with the county business to explore. See more..
4.5Coryell County Courthouse(4 reviews) - Look carefully at the figures on the top of the building - one of our favorite of the historic Texas county courthouses Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
This 1897 courthouse is a beautiful structure, built with limestone and red sandstone bricks that were precut at the quarry to the exact size . At each entrance are columns, and over the east entrance is the builder's mark of an owl. On the roof are two statues: liberty and justice. The clock tower is capped by an eagle. After seeing the courthouse building, walk (or drive) to the corner of Main and 9th (directly across the street from the museum on Main) to see the mural which features the courthouse as well as other things.See more..
3.5Palo Pinto County Courthouse(3 reviews) - Interesting sights Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
The Palo Pinto County Courthouse is in Palo Pinto, Texas twelve miles southwest of Mineral Wells. Its in the Brazos River Valley and near Interstate 20 and on U.S. Highway 180. This is a small farming area with interesting sights here and along Highway 180.See more..
3.0Duval County Courthouse(3 reviews) - The Courthouse Spent < 1 hour Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
I visited San Diego, Texas to check the block on my bucket list. i had known the town existed for many years. I am from San Diego, California. Two more contrasting towns cannot be imagined. Over the years the courthouse has been the scene for much historical drama as the ebb and flow of politics and crime. No need to spend much time there. San Diego itself had little to offer for other attractions.See more..
4.5Dewitt County Courthouse(3 reviews) - Another beautiful historic courthouse building in Texas Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
This 1896 building is one of the many beautiful county courthouses across Texas. Although there is currently extensive work being done on the grounds with a fence surrounding the building, it is still worth stopping to see if you enjoy historic buildings. Although we did not enter, the courthouse is open. It is located near the historic downtown but is not located on a traditional town square. When here, you should also visit the lovely historic business area where you will find some nice shops in historic buildings (including the Pharmacy Museum)See more..
4.5Webb County Courthouse(3 reviews) - The Webb County Courthouse that police teach people and I liked it! Spent 1-2 hours Government Buildings
This is the Webb County Courthouse. It is a beautiful building. Someone quite high asked if we could visit his Webb County Courthouse. Everybody were very friendly. When they are in the court they try to find who is in the wrong. The people that have to decide they have several people to see if this person is guilty or not guilty. Once it ends, we know ho was in the guilty. If he is wrong he will go to the prison. I learned a lot here thanks to this man.See more..
3.0Leon County Texas(2 reviews) - Historic Courthouse - Box-Shaped Government Buildings
The historic courthouse was erected in 1886 and stands next to the Leon County Jail on the square. A misunderstanding between county commissioners and the contractor resulted in the cost being doubled that of the estimate. The 1858 Courthouse burned in 1886 and was replaced. The courthouse was built during the “golden age” of courthouse construction when building were shaped like a box-shaped building and lacked much of the grand features of other Texas county courthouses as we was in neighborngWaxahachie. Only the 1886 courthouse is still standing. The front side of the Courthouse faces Saint Mary'sSee more..
4.5Lampasas County Courthouse(2 reviews) - A historic Texas courthouse Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
The small-town Texas county seats are famous for their courthouse buildings. This town does not disappoint. The courthouse is Located on a lovely town square, surrounded by some historic buildings that are now retail, just a couple of blocks away from the very nice (and large) Hanna Springs sculpture park.See more..
5.0Webb County Justice Center(2 reviews) - Web County Justice Center Spent < 1 hour Government Buildings
The building is beige and their is a large door-window for entering. I notices that people come in the Web County Justice Center they hesitate and take a breath before entering. Worthwhile to see!See more..
4.0Texarkana Federal Courthouse(2 reviews) - Photo op Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings Wait in line to take a picture by the sign. It's a neat photo op, but you will have to wait your turn. Parking is free! See more..
5.0George P. Kazen Federal(2 reviews) - Beauty at George P. Kazen Federal Building and United States Courthouse. Spent < 1 hour Government Buildings
I liked the building of the George P. Kazen Federal Building and United States Courthouse. It is huge and it is attractive! However if someone enter for something bad I would want not do anything wrong. It is huge and it is attractive! However this building is beautiful!See more..
4.0Veterans Memorial & County Courthouse(1 review) - Historic Courthouse & Veterans Memorial Historic Sites • Monuments & Statues • Government Buildings
This historic courthouse is located in Haskell, Haskell County, Texas. Well preserved, its limestone exterior was originally done in the Italian Renaissance style and had a beautiful clock. The clock was removed in the 1931 renovation which added large symmetrical wings on each side. One corner of the courthouse square has a large beautiful gazebo. Another corner of the courthouse square has a Veterans Memorial.See more..
5.0Old Atascosa County Jail(1 review) - Historic jail from 1912's Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
We like to see historic buildings, and this one is very unusual and interesting. It is definitely worth stopping to see, just a short block to the west of the Jourdanton County Courthouse. The "Old Atascosa County Jail" was used as the county jail between 1916 and 1982. It has 3 floors, with the bottom floor having been used as residence for Sheriff and family. The 2nd floor has a gallows with a trap door.See more..
3.0Leon County Historic Jailhouse(1 review) - Interesting old jail house Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings The old Leon County Historic Jailhouse is now the Leon County Heritage Society. The old jail house has a red brick exterior and was built in 1913 by the Southern Structural Steel Company of San Antonio. It located next to the Leon County Courthouse.See more..
5.0Karnes County Courthouse(1 review) - A very pretty courthouse in a very small town - definitely worth a stop Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
We enjoy looking at old Texas Courthouses and this one in Karnes City does not disappoint. There isn't much else in town and this structure really towers over the little town. It was built in 1894 in a "Romanesque Revival" design. The clock tower and turrets are really nicely done. From here, you should drive a few miles north to the historic village of Helena which has the original county courthouse.See more..
4.0Lavaca County Courthouse(1 review) - Old courthouse Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings We stopped to look at this courthouse and read the historical marker while on a recent road trip. The date on the building is 1897. The style of the building is Romanesque Revival. The one hundred seventy-feet tall courthouse is made of brown sandstone and grey stone shipped in by rail as huge boulders from Mill County. These stones were measured and cut on site by local farmers and other laborers. It has a hipped roof and heavy towers with pyramidal roofs which look a whole lot like those pyramids in Egypt. The windows are tall and narrow and have what are called lintels. The clock tower contains a seven foot tall Seth clock and can be seen from miles away. I've been told that the courthouse is beautifully decorated at Christmas.See more..
3.0Leon County Historic Courthouse(1 review) - Interesting old courthouse Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings The 1886 courthouse replaced the 1856 courthouse. It was a brick exterior. In 1909, it went through a restoration to modernize the building. It is still being used as a courthouse.See more..
4.0Atascosa County Courthouse(1 review) - Historic courthouse worth seeing Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Government Buildings
We appreciate historic Texas courthouses, and this one is worth a stop if you are in the area just southwest of San Antonio (actually on the southern outskirts of Pleasanton). This 1912 courthouse is a rather rare "Mission-Style" courthouse, with towers and Spanish0tiled roofs and balconies.See more..
5.0United States Postal Service - Quanah(1 review) - For lovers of art and history, don't miss the 1938 Mural "The Naming of Quanah" Spent < 1 hour Government Buildings
This 1936 WPA Post Office (currently operating) sits in the shadows of the 1908 Hardeman County Courthouse. Inside is a magnificent WPA mural by Jerry Bywaters entitled "The Naming of Quanah." From Philip Parisi's "The Texas Post Office Murals", "[This] montage stresses the principal elements in the history of what is now Hardeman County. Revered Comanche chief Quanah Parker, shown in full ceremonial attire faces a gun-toting white man. He holds a peace pipe prominently with one hand and with the other displays the sign of peace."See more..
3.0The Mills County Sheriff’s Office(1 review) - 1888 Historic Mills County Jail Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
My husband and I pulled off US 183 at the courthouse square to get a closer look at the Historic Mills County Jail. The jail was built in 1888. The Victorian building is a two-story and served as the jail until 1977. It is no longer in use. It is worth a 5-10 minute stop to walk around the historic jail and courthouse.See more..
4.0Historic Courthouse(1 review) - Very interesting Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Government Buildings
Gonzales County historic courthouse was completed in 1896 after 2 years of building. It is a three-story building built with red brick and white limestone trim. The original cost was cost $64,450. It had extensive repairs in 1958 & 1997. The beautiful courthouse is located on the square in Gonzales. Gonzales has many historic sites to visit (most are free). It is certain worth a visit.See more..
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