Lee County Courthouse, courthouse in South Carolina, United States
The Lee County Courthouse in Bishopville is a courthouse from the early 1900s featuring neoclassical elements like symmetrical facades, columns, and balanced proportions. The three-story brick and stone structure with yellow bricks laid in Flemish bond pattern has evenly spaced windows with stone trim and a prominent columned portico as the main entrance.
The Lee County Courthouse was built in 1908, shortly after the county was created in 1902, and has served as the county's only courthouse since then. Architect William Augustus Edwards and contractor Nicholas Ittner from Atlanta financed the construction through two bond issues and designed a structure that represented modern standards of that era.
The courthouse stands at the heart of Bishopville and is a familiar sight for local residents. It symbolizes community governance and reminds people of their area's long history of justice and public service.
The courthouse is open during daytime hours for public business and court matters, and is easily found in downtown Bishopville on South Main Street. Visitors can view the exterior anytime and spend time in the public square in front of the building, which is a good spot to walk around and observe its architecture.
The building was designed by prominent architect William Augustus Edwards, who created numerous courthouses and academic buildings across the Southeast and was known for his balanced, enduring designs. The grounds also feature Civil War memorials and a mounted cannon that connect national history to the local community.
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