The Northumberland County Courthouse is an historic county courthouse located in Sunbury, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania. Erected in 1865, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.
History and features
Built in 1865 by Samuel Sloan (architect), the Norhumberland County Courthouse is a three-story, brick building that was designed in the Italianate style.
A three-story wing was added in 1911. It features three arched doors on the front facade, brownstone quoins at the corners, and a clock tower with a copper dome. The tower bell was donated by Simon Cameron.
In 1878, it was the site of the murder trial and conviction of the last Molly Maguire, Peter McManus.
Gallery
See also
- List of state and county courthouses in Pennsylvania
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