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Welcome to my Texas courthouse project website!

8/13/2011

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When I began my courthouse project in 2007 I had no idea where it would lead or what form it would take.
Well, actually, I did know "where" it would lead:  to 254 county seats and the roads in between.
However, in the beginning I didn't realize what a monumental task this was.  254 counties is a LOT!  
Thankfully, I quickly realized just how much fun it was to visit all of these places in Texas that I otherwise might never have heard of, let alone visit.  Rock Springs, for example.  Or, Center, which isn't in the "center" of Texas at all.
Regardless, I soon learned that getting there is half the fun, or more, sometimes.
My process is simple:  there is no particular order.  The only order I've imposed on myself is the last courthouse I'll photograph:  Harris County, in Houston, my hometown.  Otherwise, I'll take 'em whatever order I find them.  Although I do draw the line at Christmas decorations.  So, December is out.  (Regardless, many courthouses have permanent lighting installations for the holidays.  It's just too difficult to put them up and take them down each year.)
As I begin this blog, on August 10, 2011, I've already visited and photographed 108 county seats and courthouses.  A few of them will require additional visits since the courthouses were undergoing restoration when I first visited.
I've been posting my photos and comments in albums on my Facebook page for a couple of years.  However, I've decided now that I have developed a feel for my subject matter and a good stock of photos it is time to broaden my reach.  So, welcome to 254texascourthouses!
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Deena Berg
8/13/2011 05:14:16 am

Can't wait until the new URL is ready!

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Sharon Fleming, AIA
8/23/2011 04:51:19 am

I commend you on your new hobby! It's wonderful for our courthouses to have avocational and professionals interested enough to travel this great state to see them. Please do not miss the restored courthouses, our agency has funded several more that will be rededicated in 2011 and 12. See our website www.thc.state.tx.us.
Regards, Sharon Fleming, Texas Historical Commission. Call us if you'd like more info.

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Michael Joe Thannisch link
8/24/2011 11:58:58 am

By the way, I am very much looking forward to all 254+ courthouses. I have long wanted to do a coffee table book on the same theme.

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Jennie Taylor
8/30/2011 07:55:38 am

Robert sent me the link to your web site. The notes about Wharton and pictures are great! You are right that my great grandfather would be pleased about the restoration. I look forward to other Heiner courthouse pictures and notes.

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    Leonard G. Lane, Jr., AIA
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    I wasn't born in Texas but I got here as soon as I could.  I'm an architect.  And, a photographer on the side.
    I live in Houston, with my wife, Donna.  After our daughter, Hilary, passed the Texas Bar exam she took the oath as an attorney in the historic Harris County courthouse on Friday, November 15, 2013.

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