Polk County Courthouse

Historical marker location:

101 W. Church Street (US 190 at US 59 Bus.), Livingston, Texas

( 101 W. Church Street (US 190 at US 59 Bus.))

Marker installed: 2001

Completed in 1924, this is the fifth courthouse to serve Polk County. Citing "lack of space and modern conveniences," the Commissioners Ccourt hired the Houston architectural firm of McLelland & Fink to design their new building. Contractor Isaac Young completed demolition of the 1884 courthouse by July 1923, and the first court meetings were held in this building by the fall of 1924. Designed to include an auditorium, library, American Legion hall and post office, which were replaced in later years by administrative and judicial offices, the Polk County Courthouse features Classical Revival styling with Beaux Arts influences. It stands as a significant part of Livingston's architectural heritage.

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2001.

courthouses Classical Revival (architectural style)