[Historic Shelby County Courthouse: A Timeless Irish Castle in Texas]

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The Historic Shelby County Courthouse stands as a remarkable example of Irish castle-style architecture, a rare gem in the United States. Designed by John Joseph Emmett Gibson and completed in 1885, this magnificent courthouse showcases turrets, towers, and a frame cupola reminiscent of Ireland's castles. While the county's main operations are in a modern courthouse, this historic landmark now houses the Shelby County Veterans Office and opens its doors for captivating tours, preserving the rich history of Shelby County since its establishment in 1836.

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Mallory, Randy 199X.

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  • Main Title: [Historic Shelby County Courthouse: A Timeless Irish Castle in Texas]
  • Series Title: Shelby County Courthouse

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The Historic Shelby County Courthouse stands as a remarkable example of Irish castle-style architecture, a rare gem in the United States. Designed by John Joseph Emmett Gibson and completed in 1885, this magnificent courthouse showcases turrets, towers, and a frame cupola reminiscent of Ireland's castles. While the county's main operations are in a modern courthouse, this historic landmark now houses the Shelby County Veterans Office and opens its doors for captivating tours, preserving the rich history of Shelby County since its establishment in 1836.

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  • Preferred Citation: Randy Mallory Papers (AR0954), University of North Texas Special Collections

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Mallory, Randy. [Historic Shelby County Courthouse: A Timeless Irish Castle in Texas], photograph, 199X; (https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1980278/: accessed June 6, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, UNT Digital Library, https://digital.library.unt.edu; crediting UNT Libraries Special Collections.

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