Pittsburg in Camp County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Camp County Courthouse
Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 1, 2019
1. Camp County Courthouse Marker
The Texas Legislature created Camp County from the northern part of Upshur County in 1874, and voters chose Pittsburg as their county seat. The county built its first courthouse in 1881. As Pittsburg grew, the two-story brick edifice became too small for the county's needs, and in 1928 commissioners hired the Paris, Texas architectural firm of Smith and Praeger to design a new house of justice. Contractors Wentzel and Wood received the contract for the construction, which was completed in December 1928. The Classical Revival courts building features a stepped parapet, flat arched windows and Corinthian columns. Today, the courthouse remains a central part of life in Camp County. Erected 2004 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 13073.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Government & Politics • Notable Buildings • Political Subdivisions. A significant historical month for this entry is December 1928.
Location. 32° 59.758′ N, 94°
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First Methodist Church of Pittsburg (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); John L. Sheppard Home (about 600 feet away); W. L. Garrett Building (about 600 feet away); Farmer's Feed and Seed Company (about 600 feet away); Site of First Carnegie Library in Texas (about 700 feet away); Pittsburg (approx. 0.2 miles away); Shootout at the Pittsburg Depot (approx. 0.2 miles away); Cotton Belt Depot (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pittsburg.
Photographed By Mark Hilton, September 1, 2019
2. Camp County Courthouse and marker
Credits. This page was last revised on September 10, 2019. It was originally submitted on September 10, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 207 times since then and 55 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 10, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.
