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Johnson County, Texas, has had many courthouses since it was formed. The original courthouse was at Wardville. It is still in existence today at a park on the banks of Lake Pat Cleburne, though it suffered damage at the hands of arsonists in 2007. In 1856, the county seat was moved to Buchanan and a new courthouse was built, which survived until at least the mid-1860s. A two-story framed courthouse was planned but never constructed. When part of Johnson County was consolidated into Hood County the county seat was moved again, to "Camp Henderson" which was renamed Cleburne. The first building used was off the square proper of the town, at 2 North Caddo. A two-story brick courthouse was completed on October 26, 1879. In 1882, this one was razed and a new brick building was built which included a bell tower. Though it was brick, it shared styling with neighboring Hill County's courthouse. This was destroyed by fire on April 15, 1912. The current Prairie style structure was completed on November 28, 1913, and was renovated in 2006. National Register of Historic Places listings in Johnson County, Texas Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks in Johnson County Block, Viola. History of Johnson County and surrounding areas. Waco: Texian Press, 1970. Library of Congress 73-149378 Media related to Johnson County Courthouse (Texas) at Wikimedia Commons
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When was Johnson County Courthouse listed on the National Register?
Johnson County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 13, 1988.
What type of historic resource is Johnson County Courthouse?
Johnson County Courthouse is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Johnson County Courthouse?
The period of significance for Johnson County Courthouse is recorded as the industrial era.
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