Wapello County Courthouse
Wapello County Courthouse, County courthouse in Ottumwa, United States.
The Wapello County Courthouse features rough-cut sandstone construction and spans four stories across a 101-by-94-foot area in downtown Ottumwa.
Built in 1894 for $135,000, this Richardsonian Romanesque structure replaced three previous courthouses, including an initial log cabin and a brick building.
A statue of Chief Wapello stands above the main entrance, while the interior displays ornate cast-iron staircases and colorful glazed tile floors.
The courthouse houses governmental offices, court proceedings, and administrative services at 101 West 4th Street in the Central Park area.
The courtroom contains wood paneling with floral motifs and a decorative panel inscribed with Fiat Justitia behind the judge's bench.
Location: Iowa
Inception: 1894
Architects: William Foster
Architectural style: Richardsonian Romanesque
GPS coordinates: 41.01972,-92.41056
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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