Oxford Courthouse Square Historic District

Oxford Courthouse Square Historic District is a historic area with two-story brick buildings featuring cast-iron columns arranged around a central county courthouse completed in 1871. The buildings remain active today, housing retail shops, professional offices, and government services throughout the square.

The courthouse was built in 1871 as Oxford's administrative center and has defined the square since its construction. The entire historic district was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980, recognizing nearly 150 years of continuous importance to the city.

The square holds deep meaning for literature lovers because William Faulkner used it as a setting in several of his major novels. Readers come to walk the same streets and spaces that appear in his stories.

The district sits at the intersection of South Lamar Boulevard and Jackson Avenue in downtown Oxford, making it easy to reach on foot. The open layout and broad streets let visitors comfortably explore the buildings and view the architectural details from the outside.

The courthouse grounds hold both a William Faulkner statue next to City Hall and a Confederate memorial on the south side of the main building. These two monuments reflect different chapters of the place's history and its varied significance to different people.

Location: Oxford

GPS coordinates: 34.36611,-89.51778

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:42