see Paris Town Square
see First United Methodist Church, Paris
see Lamar County Courthouse & Renovation
County Seat – Paris
Built – 1917
Style – Classical Revival w/ Romanesque details
Architects – Sanguinet & Staats
Photos Taken – 12/09/12
What a lovely and solid courthouse. This courthouse was constructed after the great Paris fire of 1916 – that destroyed most of Paris. Restoration took place in 2005 and the result has the interior shining again. The exterior is impressive as well – but being on a side street – the setting is not the best for showing off all its’ glory. The earlier courthouse stood on the town square, but was destroyed by the 1916 fire. Now you find a fountain in its place.