Caldwell County is named for Joseph Caldwell (1773-1835) who was the first president of the University of North Carolina. The county was formed in 1841 from parts of Burke County and Wilkes County. Since then, parts of Caldwell County were used to form other neighboring counties.
This is the current county courthouse, the Caldwell County Justice Center and it is a modern building designed in the late twentieth century for function, security and efficient circulation rather than ornamentation. It houses the Superior Court, District Court, and the Clerk of Court. It has a simple facade with a secure, recessed main entrance that is designed for screening and controlled access. It is a buff brown brick and concrete construction that is far from ornate. Function over form.
As one would expect on a Sunday morning, it was secured but there are still grounds to explore and monuments to view. The historic 1905 courthouse, is now the Caldwell Heritage Museum and it is a few blocks south.
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