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Elko County Courthouse
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Elko County Courthouse is located in Nevada
Elko County Courthouse
Location in Nevada
Elko County Courthouse is located in the United States
Elko County Courthouse
Location in the United States
Location 571 Idaho St., Elko, Nevada
Built 1911
Architect W. H. Weeks; Sellman Bros.
Architectural style Classical Revival
NRHP reference No. 92001259
Added to NRHP September 23, 1992

The Elko County Courthouse is a special historic building located at 571 Idaho Street in Elko, Nevada. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which means it is recognized as an important part of history. This building serves as the main courthouse for Elko County.

The Story of the Elko County Courthouse

Building a New Courthouse

The very first courthouse building in Elko was completed in 1869. However, it was taken down in 1910 to make way for a new, bigger building. The courthouse you see today was finished in 1911. It was designed by architect W. H. Weeks in a style called Classical Revival.

A Surprising Event in History

The land where the courthouse stands has seen many interesting moments. One notable event happened on July 18, 1870. On that night, a large chandelier inside the building accidentally fell. This happened when many people were gathered there. Luckily, no serious injuries were reported, but it was a very surprising and memorable event for the community at the time.

Why is it Historic?

The Elko County Courthouse is important because it shows the history of Elko County. It has been the center for local government and justice for over a century. Being on the National Register of Historic Places helps protect the building. This ensures it can be enjoyed and used by future generations.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Palacio de Justicia del Condado de Elko para niños

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