Red Lodge in Carbon County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)

Carbon County Courthouse

Photographed By Bernard Fisher, July 26, 2011

1. Carbon County Courthouse Marker

Inscription. Butte architect P. J. Donahue drew the plans for the 1899 landmark after fire destroyed its predecessor. Situated at the busy northern end of the commercial district, the building today provides an excellent example of restrained, classically proportioned public building design. When foundation settling after construction produced a wide crack on the northeast wall, fear of collapse caused rapid evacuation of the courtroom on several occasions before it was stabilized in the 1940s. Despite numerous alterations and additions, the courthouse retains its prominence as a sturdy reminder of the town’s role as the political and economic center of Carbon County.

Erected by Montana National Register Sign Program.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Montana National Register Sign Program series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1899.

Location. 45° 11.285′ N, 109° 14.815′ W. Marker is in Red Lodge, Montana, in Carbon County. Marker is at the intersection of North Broadway Avenue (U.S. 212) and 10th Street, on the right when traveling north on North Broadway Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Red Lodge MT 59068, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance

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of this marker. 105 North Broadway (within shouting distance of this marker); W. A. Talmage Company Hardware (within shouting distance of this marker); B.P.O.E. Lodge #534 (within shouting distance of this marker); Hawkes & Son Photography Studio (within shouting distance of this marker); Picket Block (within shouting distance of this marker); Carbon County Hospital And Sanitarium (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Pollard Hotel (about 300 feet away); Foiled Bank Robbery Site (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Red Lodge.

Also see . . . Red Lodge, Montana - Gateway to Yellowstone Park. (Submitted on August 1, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.)

Carbon County Courthouse image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bernard Fisher, July 26, 2011

2. Carbon County Courthouse

Credits. This page was last revised on December 24, 2019. It was originally submitted on August 1, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 670 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 1, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.