Sumter County Courthouse

The Sumter County Courthouse exhibits Beaux-Arts architecture with classical elements, grand columns, symmetrical proportions, and intricate stone detailing across its exterior facades.

William Augustus Edwards designed this courthouse in the early twentieth century, marking a period when American civic buildings emphasized architectural excellence through classical revival styles.

The courthouse maintains detailed records of local marriages, property transfers, and legal proceedings, documenting the social evolution of Sumter County through generations.

Located at the intersection of Main and Law Range streets, the courthouse handles civil cases, criminal proceedings, and provides public access to county legal documents.

The building features rare terracotta decorative elements and hand-carved stonework that reflect the technical capabilities of local craftsmen from its construction period.

Location: Sumter

Architects: William Augustus Edwards

Architectural style: Beaux-Arts

GPS coordinates: 33.92444,-80.34139

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25