Signed, Sealed, and Delivered!

February 26, 2013

On Wednesday, February 20, the “I Love Texas Courthouses” campaign rolled into Austin for Preservation Day ready to profess our love for these treasures of the Lone Star State. And despite strong winds that briefly threatened to take our giant heart for a ride, we were able to present over 1,000 signatures that we’ve received on our love letter.

2013 Texas Most Endangered Places

2013 Texas Most Endangered Places

2013 Texas Most Endangered Places

If looking at those pictures makes you feel like you missed out, don’t fret. We’re still accepting signatures, stories, and photos. Take a minute and show some love!

"I love Texas county courthouses because of Paul Goeldner, a scholar of that unique building type. Thanks, Paul, for opening my eyes to the rich heritage of Texas courthouses, and giving me something to look forward to seeing in every corner of the state."

Reader Mail Bag: John Burns, Courthouse Admirer

"As a child in 1947 in Athens/Henderson County, the courthouse housed my dad's office and was a place to go after school. It was a fun place to explore! Old courthouses continue to fascinate me, the latest being in Colorado County."

Reader Mail Bag: Joye Johnson, Courthouse Admirer

"My fondest memories as a child were centered around the Lampasas Courthouse and a yearly event called "Spring Ho." I will always remember decorating our bicycles in red, white, and blue for the parade, participating in the watermelon eating contest, and dancing in the square. I love that building!"

Reader Mail Bag: Betty Hart, Courthouse Admirer

"I love the metal star on top of the Comal County courthouse the best because my brother, Hanno Schwab, made it as a teenager in the 1950’s. Shine on, Hanno!"

Reader Mail Bag: Jackie Schwab Compere, Courthouse Admirer

"The Mills County Courthouse has always been the center piece of Goldthwaite. Its recent restoration has brought this courthouse back to life. Not only has its original beauty inside and out been restored, but it has restored the functionality to its original intent."

Reader Mail Bag: Mike McMahan, Courthouse Admirer and Mayor of Goldthwaite

Courthouses at the Capitol!

February 20, 2013

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Texas courthouses were a hit today at Preservation Day in Austin! Our morning started with heart bombing the historic State Theatre, and then it was time for the big event: the presentation of our giant heart and the 1,000+ love letter signatures we’ve received to date.

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If you haven’t already, please add your name to the letter. And if you have, help us spread the courthouse love by telling five other Texans. We’d love to reach 2,000 signatures by the end of the month!

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"The Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Sqaure is truly a thing of beauty. During our holiday lighting festival, the entire community shows up, kids are excited about seeing Santa, and then the tree lights come on during "O Christmas Tree." My eyes fill with tears every time!"

Reader Mail Bag: Julie Glover, Courthouse Admirer

"On those long, hot summer days, I would walk down to the Waller County Courthouse with my girlfriends. At that time, the county library was on the third floor. We would enjoy part of the afternoon before leaving with our finds to keep us busy reading for awhile till our next adventure together."

Reader Mail Bag: Natalie Schwarz, Courthouse Admirer

"The county agricultural agent's office was in the courthouse. As 4-H members, the county council met in the courthouse to transact business and activities. We were impressed with our meeting place. It was not just some room anywhere."

Reader Mail Bag: Don McGinty, Courthouse Admirer
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