Racine County Courthouse

The Racine County Courthouse is an 11-story building on Wisconsin Avenue that rises 48 meters (157 feet) and combines geometric forms with Art Deco details. Inside are courtrooms, the County Executive's office on the tenth floor, and various local government administrative departments.

Construction began in 1928 on the former site of Racine High School and was completed between 1930 and 1931, creating the county's third courthouse. The building, designed by Holabird & Root in Chicago School style, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980.

Swedish sculptor Carl Milles created relief works on the exterior walls and bronze elevator doors, marking his first commission in the United States. These sculptural elements add an artistic dimension that visitors can observe throughout the building.

The building is open to the public and most areas can be visited during office hours. Visitors should expect security procedures to be conducted, as is standard for court buildings.

The building houses some of Carl Milles' lesser-seen works in America, as many people overlook his early contributions to the country. These early creations offer insight into the artistic development of the respected Swedish sculptor.

Location: Racine

Architects: Holabird & Root

Architectural style: Chicago School

Address: 730 Wisconsin Avenue

GPS coordinates: 42.72528,-87.78444

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:16