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Cherokee County Courthouse

Rusk, Cherokee County

Marker Text

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.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description Courthouse Square in Rusk
Marker # 6626
Dedicated 1991
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code courthouses; Federal programs; design and construction; Art Moderne (Architectural style)
Latitude, Longitude 31.7957, -95.150144

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