Gonzales in Gonzales County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Gonzales Courthouse
Photographed By Larry D. Moore, September 20, 2018
1. Gonzales Courthouse Marker
In county organized 1837, first courthouse burned 1893. This second one was built 1894-1896 at cost of $64,450.
Headquarters for many Texas leaders; scene of important court decisions.
Erected 1966 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 2219.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1837.
Location. 29° 30.063′ N, 97° 27.142′ W. Marker is in Gonzales, Texas, in Gonzales County. Marker is at the intersection of North St. Joseph Street (Business U.S. 183) and St. Lawrence Street, on the right when traveling north on North St. Joseph Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 414 St Joseph Street, Gonzales TX 78629, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. James W. Robinson (a few steps from this marker); Central Square (within shouting distance of this marker); Gonzales County Jail (within shouting distance of this marker); Andrew Ponton (within shouting distance of this marker); Military Plaza
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Photographed By Larry D. Moore, September 20, 2018
2. Gonzales Courthouse and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on September 28, 2018. It was originally submitted on September 22, 2018, by Larry D. Moore of Del Valle, Texas. This page has been viewed 216 times since then and 42 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 22, 2018, by Larry D. Moore of Del Valle, Texas. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
