Northumberland County Courthouse facts for kids
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Northumberland County Courthouse
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Northumberland County Courthouse, July 2010
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 Location in Pennsylvania
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| Location | 207 Market St., Sunbury, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 1 acre (0.40 ha) |
| Built | 1865 |
| Architectural style | Italianate |
| NRHP reference No. | 74001800 |
| Added to NRHP | December 30, 1974 |
The Northumberland County Courthouse is a special historic building. It is located in Sunbury, in Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. This courthouse is where important legal decisions for the county are made.
About the Courthouse
Building History
The courthouse was built in 1865. It is a large, three-story building made of brick. In 1911, a three-story section was added to the building. This made the courthouse even bigger.
Unique Features
The building is designed in the Italianate style. This means it has features inspired by Italian Renaissance buildings. You can see three arched doors at the front. The corners of the building have special stone blocks called brownstone quoins. A tall clock tower with a shiny copper dome sits on top. The bell inside the tower was a gift from a famous person named Simon Cameron.
A Place of History
The Northumberland County Courthouse has seen many important events. It has been a central place for legal matters in the county for over a century. Because of its history and unique design, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. This means it is recognized as an important historical site.
Gallery
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Northumberland County Courthouse, October 2009
