List of county courthouses in Texas

[1] The county courthouse system in the Republic of Texas was developed in 1845, which were designed to house government offices, a courtroom, and a jail.

[4] Due to difficulties during the Civil War and Reconstruction, no new courthouses were built until the late 19th century, when a large number were constructed.

[5] Other architects from this time period included Atlee Ayres, Nicholas J. Clayton, W.C. Dodson, Alfred Giles, Eugene T. Heiner, and Frederick and Oscar Ruffini.

[4] Another wave of courthouse buildings occurred during the early 20th century, as the statewide economy boomed and transportation infrastructure expanded.

[10] Government buildings were often constructed around a central plaza or public square, which became a center of town life and economy, and this layout has persisted.