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Putnam County Courthouse

Hennepin, Illinois • Putnam County

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About This Property

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The Putnam County Courthouse in Hennepin, Illinois, is a historic Greek Revival structure erected in 1839. Its distinctive Greek Revival design features a prominent portico with Doric columns, a pediment, and a cupola topping the central block. The courthouse served as the center of county government for over a century.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Building
Acreage
1
Listed Date
3/4/1975
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Politics/Government; Architecture
Periods of Significance
1825 Ad - 1899 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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