Crawford County Courthouse

The Crawford County Courthouse sits on East Mansfield Street with a stone front, tall Corinthian columns, and a four-faced clock tower at its top. This three-story structure houses multiple courts and features classical architectural details that define the downtown streetscape.

The building dates to 1854 and received a major renovation in 1908 designed by architect Harlan Jones. This update added new spaces and improved the structure to handle the county's expanding judicial needs.

The building anchors the downtown area and serves as a gathering place where residents conduct legal business and civic matters. You can see the building's role in the community reflected in how locals navigate its halls for official paperwork and court appearances.

You can visit during business hours, and expect standard security screening as with most public buildings of this type. The interior layout is straightforward, with clearly marked stairways and hallways leading to different courtrooms and offices.

The main courtroom features a central stained glass dome designed specifically as an architectural highlight. This dome received a protective skylight covering in 1979 that allows natural light to reach the courtroom while preserving the glasswork.