New Albany Union County Mississippi Court House 1910 Albertype Postcard
The Union County Court House in New Albany, Mississippi, pictured here, was constructed in 1904. This substantial brick building, featuring a prominent central tower and elements characteristic of the Romanesque Revival style, replaced an earlier courthouse built in 1872, signaling the growth and increasing administrative needs of Union County since its formation in 1870.
As the seat of county government, the courthouse served as the primary judicial and administrative center for New Albany and the surrounding rural areas. During the early 20th century, such structures were vital civic anchors, representing stability, law, and order in developing Southern towns, reflecting the community's investment in public infrastructure.
As the seat of county government, the courthouse served as the primary judicial and administrative center for New Albany and the surrounding rural areas. During the early 20th century, such structures were vital civic anchors, representing stability, law, and order in developing Southern towns, reflecting the community's investment in public infrastructure.
