Beckham County Courthouse, County courthouse in Sayre, Oklahoma.
Beckham County Courthouse is a three-story brick and stone structure with a central dome supported by twelve Doric columns. The building features Tuscan columns at its entrances and clock faces on all sides of the dome.
The building was constructed in 1911 by Oklahoma Quarries & Construction Co. and served as an important administrative center during Oklahoma's early years as a state. It played a role in the development of local governance during this founding period.
The building gained national attention after appearing in John Ford's 1940 film adaptation of The Grapes of Wrath. This appearance in a famous movie drew the interest of literature and film enthusiasts to the location.
The courthouse is located at the intersection of Third and Walnut Streets, making it easy to find and accessible on foot. The site has parking space available and is open to the public on regular weekdays.
The dome features clock faces on all sides that were added in 2007 to commemorate Oklahoma's centennial as a state. These clocks allow visitors to see the time from any angle when viewing the building.
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