Tarrant County Courthouse

Tarrant County Courthouse is a county judicial building constructed of pink Texas granite with a steel frame structure, rising prominently above Weatherford Street with a central dome and clock tower. The structure displays detailed stonework and ornamental features characteristic of revival architecture from its era.

Built in 1895, the structure was among the first in the Southwest to employ modern steel frame construction, representing an engineering milestone for the region. A major renovation in the 1980s restored its original architectural details and interior spaces.

The courthouse stands as the legal center of Tarrant County, where residents conduct civil, criminal, and family matters in its courtrooms. Its grand architecture reflects how communities mark important civic institutions through distinctive buildings.

Multiple entrances provide access to the building, with parking available at the City Center Garage and Tarrant County Parking Garage nearby. Visiting during daytime hours when courts are in session works best for viewing the interiors and observing the building's activity.

The building was among the first in the Southwest to employ steel frame construction, making it a rare example of the engineering advances of the 1890s. This construction method allowed for the soaring interior spaces and tall facade without traditional load-bearing interior walls.

Location: Fort Worth

Inception: 1893

Architectural style: revivalism

Address: Bounded by Houston, Belknap, Weatherford, and Commerce Sts.

GPS coordinates: 32.75722,-97.33278

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:10