Washington County Courthouse

The Washington County Courthouse is a county government building in Fayetteville featuring Romanesque Revival design with rounded arches, conical-roof towers, and intricate brick detailing across multiple stories. The structure occupies a significant site in the town's downtown area.

Completed in 1905, the structure became the fifth courthouse serving the county and replaced earlier buildings that had occupied the current Historic Square site. Its construction marked the growing needs of the expanding region for centralized governance facilities.

The courthouse stands as a gathering place where residents connect with their community's past and administrative heritage. Its spaces reflect the craftsmanship and values that shaped the region during the early 1900s.

The building currently serves as a records storage facility while modern administrative operations have moved to a newer location nearby. Visitors should expect that certain areas may have restricted access and that hours may be limited.

The building's cornerstone holds a time capsule placed during a well-attended ceremony on October 1, 1904. Inside, visitors can spot unusual design features including ceramic mosaic tiles, glazed brick fireplaces, and a memorial mural honoring local war casualties.

Location: Arkansas

Architects: Charles L. Thompson and associates

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 36.06250,-94.15750

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:04