National Register of Historic Places

Polk County Courthouse

Osceola, Polk County, Nebraska
Listed
January 10, 1990
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
89002238

About this property

The Polk County Courthouse in Osceola, Nebraska is a Beaux Arts-style building designed by architect William F. Gernandt. It was built in 1921-22 and is located on the Courthouse Square in Osceola. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. It is a two-story courthouse building on a raised basement, about 98 by 68 feet (30 m × 21 m) in plan, with entrances on north and south facades. Its National Register nomination describes it as "a tour de force of classically inspired ornamentation rendered in creamcolored terra cotta and contrasting tan-grey brick. A variety of rich classical detail, immense columns, pronounced cornice, and rusticated basement are hallmarks of the Beaux Arts Style exhibited on the building. In particular, the terra cotta detail is a visual delight. Acroteria and rosettes march along the top of the projecting cornice, with consoles in an acanthus pattern and an egg-and-dart course below. Shields, della Robbia wreaths, swags, and geometric patterns further adorn the facade."

Location

Osceola, Polk County, Nebraska
41.18024, -97.54710

Categories

POLITICS/GOVERNMENTARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Questions about this property

When was Polk County Courthouse listed on the National Register?

Polk County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 10, 1990.

What type of historic resource is Polk County Courthouse?

Polk County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Polk County Courthouse?

The period of significance for Polk County Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era.

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