Clay County Courthouse | |
Location in Alabama | |
Location | Courthouse Sq., Ashland, Alabama |
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Coordinates | 33°16′27″N85°50′9″W / 33.27417°N 85.83583°W |
Area | 2.1 acres (0.85 ha) |
Built | 1906 |
Architect | C.W. Carleton |
Architectural style | Classical Revival |
NRHP reference No. | 76000316 [1] |
Added to NRHP | November 21, 1976 |
The Clay County Courthouse is a historic courthouse building in Ashland, Alabama, United States. [1] The Classical Revival-style building has served as the county courthouse since its completion in 1906. Notable characteristics include its large dome, with clocks inset on four sides, and cupola surmounted by a statuary representing justice. [2] It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 21, 1976. [1]
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