Completion Date: 1887 (original courthouse), substantially remodeled and expanded in 1931–1932 into its current Classical Revival form 

County Seat: Hamilton

Current Status: Active courthouse, still in use; fully restored and rededicated on April 28, 2012

Architect: Originally designed by the firm Mason, Martin, Byrne & Johnston (built in Second Empire style), remodeled in 1931–32 by architect E.M. Miles

Architectural Style: Originally Second Empire (1887); remodeled into Classical Revival with eclectic features including crenellated square turrets, round‑arch windows, pedimented porticoes with Ionic columns, and elements of Spanish Revival

Materials & Description: Built of native limestone; originally featured a tall clock tower and mansard roofs, later removed. The 1931–32 renovation added wings and classical porticos flanked by crenellated towers, giving it a distinct blend of styles

Cost to Build: The 1931–32 remodeling contract cost approximately $55,754 (original 1887 cost was around $30,700)