Yolo County Courthouse

The Yolo County Courthouse is a government building in Woodland with exterior walls of Colusa sandstone and terracotta details. The structure shows classical proportions with careful attention to architectural ornament throughout.

The current building was completed in 1917 after demolition of an earlier courthouse from 1864. The earlier structure had been damaged by earthquakes, making replacement necessary.

Inside, marble columns and colored glass skylights show the classical style favored by architects of that era. These details shape how visitors experience the building's interior spaces today.

The building now houses the Yolo County Probation Department after court operations moved to a new facility in 2015. Visitors should know that access to the interior may be limited, as it functions as an administrative building.

The land for the original courthouse was purchased by Yolo County in 1862 from Franklin Freeman, establishing what became Courthouse Square in Woodland. This early transaction created the foundation for the civic center that stands there today.

Location: California

Architects: W. H. Weeks

GPS coordinates: 38.67945,-121.77125

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:05