Hill County Courthouse

Based on 24 reviews

5.0

“The Hill County Courthouse dominates the square where it's located. A classic example of the Texas tradition of grand late 19th century county courthouses in the Second Empire architecture. Constructed with native limestone in a clearly symmetrical plan including Mansard roofs on the east and west wings and crowned with a seven-story central clock tower that rises above the three main floors. The county was founded in 1853 and Hillsboro has served as the county seat ever since. It is the fourth in Hill County's history, replacing a two-story brick courthouse that was built in the 1870s. This one was heavily damaged by an electrical fire on January 1, 1993 and was rebuilt that same year through community fundraising and two benefit concerts by Willie Nelson. The restored building was dedicated on April 24, 1999 with Texas Governor George W. Bush as the keynote speaker. No Southern county courthouse would be complete without a Confederate memorial and this one is particularly nice. It's in excellent condition, clearly well cared for. The courthouse is worth a stop whether you're sightseeing or road tripping and especially if you're exploring downtown Hillsboro. It's buildings like this that give small Texas towns their sense of place. Check it out.”

5.0

“Hillsboro is a great town to spend a few minutes or a few hours if you are traveling. The courthouse is beautiful. They were decorating for Christmas when we went through. Had a walk around the square in the rain and captured some interesting photos. Don't rush through these smaller towns, they are full of history, great people, and interesting stops. Get off the main road and discover Texas.”

5.0

“The Hill County Courthouse is a gathering place for City of Hillsboro Events, the Hillsboro Farmers Market that runs from May through October of each year, and is the heart of Hillsboro. Numerous shops and businesses surround the landmark structure, and its restoration efforts garnered visits and support of George W and Laura Bush, and Willie Nelson, among other notables. Visitors love to come and look, but locals still snap photos and revere the courthouse structure, interior and lawn.”

5.0

“This beautiful French inspired courthouse in Hillsboro is worth the 5 extra minutes off I35 to go see. If you need to make a pit stop, head to the bathrooms in the basement.”

5.0

“Beautiful courthouse. They've done a good job keeping it the same even after the fire.”

5.0

“Beautiful courthouse! I second the comment on the bathroom in the basement. Very clean and modern.”

3.0

“It's not bad if you have to go in for something you need but if you're going for tickets in court and all that yeah don't like it”

5.0

“One of the most beautiful county courthouses I have ever seen. I had driven by on I-35 countless times before finally getting off to have a look. What a jewel, hidden in plain sight.”