Pampa in Gray County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Gray County Courthouse
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, May 2, 2012
1. Gray County Courthouse Marker
Inscription.
Gray County Courthouse. . A fine example of a Beaux Arts courthouse with Georgian ornamentation, this structure was erected after the county seat was moved from Lefors in 1928. The edifice was designed by W. R. Kaufman and Son of Amarillo and built by Harland L. Case and Co. of Pampa. It was dedicated on April 19, 1930. Built upon a foundation of Indiana limestone, the steel frame and many windows give a modern look to the traditional Beaux Arts style. Kaufman designed Pampa's city hall and fire station in a similar style. ,
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark – 1997.
A fine example of a Beaux Arts courthouse with Georgian ornamentation, this structure was erected after the county seat was moved from Lefors in 1928. The edifice was designed by W. R. Kaufman & Son of Amarillo and built by Harland L. Case & Co. of Pampa. It was dedicated on April 19, 1930. Built upon a foundation of Indiana limestone, the steel frame and many windows give a modern look to the traditional Beaux Arts style. Kaufman designed Pampa's city hall and fire station in a similar style.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark – 1997
Erected 1997 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 11902.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1838.
Location. 35° 32.189′ N, 100° 57.823′ W. Marker is in Pampa, Texas, in Gray County. Marker is at the intersection of West Kingsmill Avenue and North Russell Street, on the right when traveling west on West Kingsmill Avenue. Marker is at the south entrance to courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 205 North Russell, Pampa TX 79065, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Combs-Worley Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Peter W. Gray (within shouting distance
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2012, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 439 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on May 31, 2012, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
