Smith County Courthouse

Tyler, Texas



Photo: Robert Deering 8/31/2001

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Completed - 1954
Architect - Thomas, Jameson & Merrell


COUNTY ORGANIZED: 1846

COUNTY NAMED FOR: Gen. James Smith, a hero of the Texas Revolution and a prominent military figure in the Republic of Texas.

COUNTY SEATS: One - Tyler

COUNTY SEAT NAMED FOR: President John Tyler in recognition of his support for admitting Texas to the United States.

COURTHOUSES: Five - 1846, 1848, 1851, 1910, and 1955.

STANDING:  One - 1955 Modern courthouse built of concrete, brick, and stone.

LINKS: Smith County