Brown County Courthouse

Brown County Courthouse is a three-story Beaux-Arts building topped with a copper dome located in downtown Green Bay. The structure features classical architectural details and remains an active government center for legal proceedings and county administration.

Architect Charles E. Bell designed the building in 1911 using the Beaux-Arts style that defined civic architecture of that era. The courthouse earned a place on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.

The interior artwork depicts local historical figures and regional heritage that visitors can see while walking through the building. These representations help people understand the stories of those who shaped the community.

The courthouse sits in downtown Green Bay and is easy to reach on foot, with its dome making it stand out from other buildings. Visitors can explore the exterior and public areas freely, though advance planning helps for viewing the interior.

The building anchors a historic district that contains around 60 other protected properties clustered throughout downtown. This concentration of preserved structures makes the area a rare example of a complete early 1900s civic center.

Location: Green Bay

Inception: 1910s

Architects: Charles E. Bell

Architectural style: Beaux-Arts

Part of: Green Bay Downtown Historic District

Address: 100 South Jefferson Street

GPS coordinates: 44.51286,-88.01420

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:24