National Register of Historic Places

Nueces County Courthouse

Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas
Listed
June 23, 1976
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
76002055

About this property

The Old Nueces County Courthouse is a historic government building in downtown Corpus Christi, Texas, United States. All functions at the courthouse relocated to the current county courthouse just a few streets away. The old courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. There are currently ongoing efforts to restore the old courthouse, which is being worked on by county government. The efforts faded with enthusiasm in the late 1990's and successive government officials have advanced efforts to demolish it. The Texas Historic Commission removed preservation easements at the instance of county government agents and demolition is slated for 2026.

Location

Corpus Christi, Nueces County, Texas
27.80185, -97.39619

Categories

ARCHITECTURE
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Sources

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

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Nearby Battles

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Questions about this property

When was Nueces County Courthouse listed on the National Register?

Nueces County Courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 23, 1976.

What type of historic resource is Nueces County Courthouse?

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

What is the period of significance for Nueces County Courthouse?

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

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