Merced County Courthouse
Merced County Courthouse, Renaissance county courthouse in Merced, United States.
The white plaster courthouse features a portico, a balcony on the south side, and a decorative cupola at the intersection of W. 21st and N Streets.
The Merced County Superior Court operated in this building from 1875 until 1975, marking a century of legal proceedings in the growing California county.
The Merced County Courthouse Museum exhibits preserved courtrooms, an original schoolroom setting, and an authentic blacksmith workshop for educational purposes.
The museum welcomes visitors Wednesday through Sunday between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM at 21st and N Streets, with volunteer staff providing guided tours.
The building represents the finest Italian Renaissance revival architecture between Sacramento and Los Angeles, with three Justice statues and a Minerva figure.
Location: Merced
GPS coordinates: 37.30610,-120.48300
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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