Old Bradford County Courthouse, Romanesque courthouse in Starke, Florida
The Old Bradford County Courthouse is a Romanesque-style courthouse at 209 West Call Street in Starke, Florida, featuring rounded arches, thick stone walls, and detailed masonry work. The building was later converted into an educational center and now serves as part of Santa Fe College's Andrews Center campus.
The courthouse was built in 1902 and served as the center of judicial and government administration for the county for many decades. In 1976 it was transformed and has since been used for educational purposes.
The Eugene L. Matthews Bradford County Historical Museum inside displays collections that show how local government and community life developed over time.
The courthouse is located in Starke near U.S. Route 301 and is easy to find. Visitors should know that it functions as an educational center, so hours may be limited to college operations.
The building preserves its original stone architecture and Romanesque features while serving today as classrooms and community spaces for Santa Fe College. This blend of preservation and modern use shows how historic buildings can adapt to new purposes.
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