| Marker Number |
640 |
| Atlas Number |
5061000640 |
| Marker Title |
Cameron County Courthouse of 1883-1914 |
| Index Entry |
Cameron County Courthouse of 1883-1914 |
| Address |
1131 E. Jefferson St. |
| City |
Brownsville |
| County |
Cameron |
| UTM Zone |
14 |
| UTM Easting |
650447 |
| UTM Northing |
2865845 |
| Subject Codes |
courthouses |
| Marker Year |
1962 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
Yes |
| Marker Location |
1131 E. Jefferson Street, Brownsville. |
| Private Property |
No |
| Marker Condition |
In Situ |
| Marker Size |
16" x 12" Plate & Medallion |
| Marker Text |
Completed in 1883, this was the first courthouse built by Cameron County officials, who previously rented or purchased office space. This three-story brick structure served as the county courthouse until 1914, when a new building was erected. Rio Grande Lodge No. 81, A.F.&A.M., then occupied this structure. The original roof, with its gables and central tower, was removed during remodeling. |
