Fairfax, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Fairfax Court House

Built in 1800

By J. J. Prats, October 14, 2006

1. Fairfax Court House Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

This building, designed by James Wren, served as the first permanent courthouse of Fairfax County.

Erected 1985 by the Fairfax County Chapter, National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution.

Marker series. This marker is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution marker series.

Location. 38° 50.767′ N, 77° 18.418′ W. Marker is in Fairfax, Virginia. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Chain Bridge Road (Virginia Route 123) and Main Street (Virginia Route 236). Marker is on the wall to the right of the main entrance to the courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fairfax VA 22030, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 5 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Fairfax County Courthouse (here, next to this marker); Monument to John Q. Marr (a few steps from this marker); A Tribute to The Men of Fairfax County

The Old Fairfax County Courthouse image. Click for full size.

By J. J. Prats, October 14, 2006

2. The Old Fairfax County Courthouse

(a few steps from this marker); Old Fairfax Jail (within shouting distance of this marker); Joshua Gunnell House (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fairfax.

Also see . . . The Fairfax County Courthouse: A Brief History. (Submitted on October 15, 2006.)

Categories. • Notable Buildings •

Small Plaque Over Keystone of the Center Archway image. Click for full size.

By J. J. Prats, October 14, 2006

3. Small Plaque Over Keystone of the Center Archway