Second Pinal County Courthouse
Second Pinal County Courthouse, Victorian courthouse in Florence, Arizona.
Description
The Second Pinal County Courthouse displays Victorian Revival architecture with red brick construction, ornate decorative trim, and a three-story structure featuring an elaborate clock tower with fixed painted clock faces showing 11:44.
History
Built in 1891 by architect James M. Creighton, the courthouse served as Pinal County's judicial center until 1961, witnessing notable trials including that of stagecoach robber Pearl Hart in 1899.
Culture
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, the courthouse represents Arizona's territorial period and stands as a symbol of law and order in the developing American Southwest.
Practical
The restored courthouse now functions as a venue for public meetings, community events, and weddings, with parking available on surrounding streets and guided tours offered during scheduled hours.
Did you know?
The courthouse features a painted clock face instead of functional clockwork due to insufficient construction funds, creating a permanent time display that has become a distinctive architectural element.
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