Iowa's Courthouses Treasure Hunt!

We visit our county courthouse for many reasons: driver licenses, vehicle registration, taxes, voting, and court cases. But these stately buildings also contain treasures waiting to be discovered: generations of local history and genealogy, art and architecture - and a few surprises!

Join the treasure hunt! How sharp are your research skills? Try downloading the courthouse facts spreadsheet or searching the website for answers to the following questions. Follow the links to check your answers.

1.
Which courthouse displays the scales of justice in this photo?

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Answer



 Modern symbol of scales of justice in polished stone
2.
What county's clock tower is featured in this photo?
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Answer
 cupola with clock on courthouse dome
3.
Which courthouse has this wrought iron work on the windows?
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 ornate wrought iron decoration on a window
4.
Which courthouse has this intricate carving?
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Answer
 Carving made from white stone
5.
Which courthouse is reflected in this photo? Hint #1

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Answer
 Courthouse reflected in door window