Colorado County

The Colorado County courthouse was built in 1892 of concrete and stone. Eugene T. Heiner designed it in Renaissance Revival style and it was constructed at a cost of $56,000. A storm blew the original dome off the top in 1909, which led to its replacement by the current copper dome.

Historical Marker Text

This classic revival building--erected in 1890-1891 in form of a Greek cross--is now one of 28 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. $15-a-month job of clock-winder was subsequently canceled. During repairs, present copper dome was added. In 1939 entire building was remodeled. RTHL - 1969