Chase County Courthouse (Kansas)
United States historic place
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The Chase County Courthouse in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas, was built in 1873 and is the oldest operating courthouse in Kansas.[2]
LocationOn the square at S end of Broadway, Cottonwood Falls, Kansas
Coordinates38°22′21″N 96°32′30″W
Built1873
ArchitecturalstyleFrench Renaissance, Second Empire
Chase County Courthouse | |
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  Location within Kansas  Location within the United States | |
| Location | On the square at S end of Broadway, Cottonwood Falls, Kansas |
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| Coordinates | 38°22′21″N 96°32′30″W |
| Built | 1873 |
| Architectural style | French Renaissance, Second Empire |
| NRHP reference No. | 71000304[1] |
| Added to NRHP | February 24, 1971 |
Overview
The courthouse was constructed from local limestone, and the three-story winding staircase was constructed from local walnut trees.[3] The architectural style has been described as Second Empire or French Renaissance Revival.
The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.[1][3] The architect was John G. Haskell who was among the architects of the Kansas State Capitol.
Tours are available by appointment by contacting the Chase County Chamber of Commerce.[2]
Gallery
Birdseye view of Cottonwood Falls, 1875
Clock Tower on the courthouse.
Sideview of the courthouse.
Close up view
