Pima County Courthouse
Pima County Courthouse, Spanish Colonial Revival courthouse in downtown Tucson, United States.
Description
The Pima County Courthouse is a government building in Spanish Colonial Revival style located in downtown Tucson, Arizona. It features a tiled dome, ornamental detailing, and distinctive rooflines that exemplify this architectural approach common to the American Southwest.
History
Architect Roy Place designed this courthouse in 1928, with construction completed in 1930. The building then served as the Pima County Superior Court until 1977, when it transitioned to other uses.
Culture
The building now houses the Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center and the University of Arizona Mineral Museum, where exhibits showcase regional history and natural resources. These institutions bring together visitors interested in learning about how the area developed over time.
Practical
The courthouse is located in downtown Tucson and is straightforward to reach and explore. Visitors can move through the building at a comfortable pace while viewing displays and participating in educational programs offered on-site.
Did you know?
Inside the building stands a memorial honoring victims of the 2011 Tucson shooting, an event that also injured U.S. Representative Gabby Giffords. This tribute marks an important moment in the community's recent past.
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