NRHP: Dawson County Courthouse
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Dawson County Courthouse
NRHP Reference #: 89002236
NRHP Listing Date: 19900110
Location
Washington bet 7th & 8th, Lexington, Dawson County, Nebraska
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Summary
In 1871 area population had reached the point that residents successfully petitioned to have Dawson County established. The Union Pacific Railroad platted rail stops in the county, including Plum Creek (present-day Lexington). This town was the principal commercial center in the area and was selected as the first county seat. The first courthouse was built in 1874. In 1912 voters passed a measure to finance a new courthouse. Construction began in 1913 and by 1914 the Beaux Arts-style courthouse was open for business.
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