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Kimble County Courthouse

Junction, Kimble County

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The third courthouse to serve Kimble County, this structure was designed by San Antonio architect Henry Truman Phelps (1871-1944). Between 1904 and the early 1930s, Phelps designed courthouses in more than ten Texas counties. While he based the Kimble County courthouse on Classical plans, its features are expressive of a new era in architectural design. By the late 1920s Phelps' designs had evolved to reflect the influences of the Art Moderne style. This is evidenced by the building's geometric ornament, cast stone pilasters and stepped parapet and square pattern belt course. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark-2000

Marker Details

Address 501 Main St.
Location Description
Marker # 11708
Dedicated 2000
Size, Type Medallion and plate
Code courthouses; design and construction; Art Moderne (Architectural style)
Latitude, Longitude Exact Lat/Lon Unknown

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