National Register of Historic Places
Old Courthouse, Warren County
Old Courthouse, Warren County is a historic place in Vicksburg, Warren County, Mississippi, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on May 23, 1968, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 68000029.
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Old Courthouse, Warren County
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About this place
What is Old Courthouse, Warren County?
The Old Courthouse, Warren County, stands prominently on a hill in Vicksburg, Mississippi, and was a symbol of Confederate resistance during the Siege of Vicksburg. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1968 and a Mississippi Landmark in 1986. The landmarked area comprises the entire Courthouse Square, which includes the courthouse and four attached buildings that were originally cistern houses for catching rainwater to fight fires, but these were later converted into offices. Since 1948, it has served as The Old Courthouse Museum, focused on local history and the Confederacy.
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Listing details
- Name
- Old Courthouse, Warren County
- City
- Vicksburg
- County
- Warren County
- State
- Mississippi
- Listed on the National Register
- May 23, 1968
- NRIS reference number
- 68000029
- Resource type
- building
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 32.35221, -90.87873
When was Old Courthouse, Warren County listed on the National Register?
Old Courthouse, Warren County was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 23, 1968.
Where is Old Courthouse, Warren County located?
Old Courthouse, Warren County is located in Vicksburg, Warren County, Mississippi at approximately 32.35221, -90.87873. See the map above.
Is Old Courthouse, Warren County a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. Old Courthouse, Warren County is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.
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