Historical Marker

Cherokee County Courthouse

Courthouse Square in Rusk · Rusk · Cherokee

Texas marker

Inscription

This courthouse, the fourth to serve the citizens of Cherokee County, was built in 1940-41 with the assistance of the Federal Works Progress Administration. Designed by the architectural firm of Gill & Bennett, the moderne structure is built of native red and white limestone and features a central block with two-and-one-half story wings.

Large windows on its to primary facades and decorative art deco grillwork are also prominent.

Location

AddressCourthouse Square in Rusk
CityRusk
CountyCherokee
StateTexas

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