Ingham County Courthouse

The Ingham County Courthouse is a Beaux-Arts courthouse building in Mason that occupies an entire city block bounded by South Jefferson, East Ash, South Barnes, and East Maple Street. The structure houses courtrooms and administrative functions, while additional services operate from a companion courthouse in Lansing.

The building was constructed between 1902 and 1904 from a design by architect Edwyn A. Bowd and served as the third courthouse building for Ingham County administration. Its early twentieth-century Beaux-Arts design continues to define the appearance of downtown Mason.

The courthouse received national media focus when major legal proceedings took place within its walls during 2017 and 2018. The high-profile case drew public attention to this building and the community where it stands.

The building sits centrally in Mason and is easily accessible on foot from the downtown area. Visitors should be aware that this is an active courthouse with security protocols and access rules that apply to all who enter.

The classical building served as a filming location for the 2011 movie Real Steel, where its architecture provided an authentic backdrop for courthouse scenes in the film. The Beaux-Arts facade made it an ideal choice for filmmakers looking for period-appropriate locations.