Laurens County Courthouse

The Laurens County Courthouse exhibits Greek Revival architecture with symmetrical shapes and classical columns stretching across its primary facade at 188 meters elevation.

Built in 1838 under the direction of architects Dr. John Wells and Thomas C. Veal, the courthouse received National Register of Historic Places designation in 1972.

The courthouse functions as a central gathering point where local residents participate in civic duties and engage with the judicial system of Laurens County.

Located in downtown Laurens, the courthouse maintains regular operating hours for administrative services and legal proceedings, with public access to historical documentation.

Twenty-six properties in Laurens County hold National Register status, with the courthouse serving as the primary architectural example of Greek Revival design.

Location: Laurens

Inception: 1838

Architectural style: Greek Revival architecture

Elevation above the sea: 188 m

Address: Laurens Courthouse Sq., Laurens, SC

GPS coordinates: 34.49929,-82.01454

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25