Garfield County Courthouse, courthouse in Oklahoma, United States
Garfield County Courthouse is a five-story building in Enid, Oklahoma, constructed between 1934 and 1935 from white limestone and concrete. The structure features a three-part facade facing south with a central three-story roof section and a detached clock tower added to the north side in 1988.
Garfield County was created in 1893 and named after President James Abram Garfield, with the first courthouse a two-story brick structure built around 1895-1896. The granite and limestone building erected in 1907 was destroyed by fire in 1931, leading to the construction of the current building between 1934 and 1935.
The courthouse is named after U.S. President James Abram Garfield and serves as a symbol of local community identity in Enid. It has been a gathering point for generations where residents have experienced important civic events and legal matters, making it a familiar landmark that reflects the town's values and roots.
The courthouse is located on W. Broadway in the heart of Enid and is easy to find, surrounded by a well-kept lawn. Interiors span multiple floors with offices and courtrooms, and the building is accessible during business hours for visitors and those with official business.
The building houses murals by Ruth Munro Augur on the first and second floors depicting historical scenes, with additional artwork added in the 1990s by local artists Paladine Roye and Burgess Roye portraying Native American history. These painted works inside offer visitors a visual connection to the region's past that extends beyond the architectural structure itself.
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