Friday, January 31, 2025

Question: What noted architect designed at least 18 county courthouses in Texas?

Answer: James Riely Gordon. Born in Virginia in 1863, he moved to San Antonio with his family at the age of 11. After stints at the International-Great Northern Railroad and the Office of the Supervising Architect of the Treasury, he won a competition to design the Bexar County Courthouse in 1891. In addition to county courthouses, Gordon also designed the federal courthouse and the post office in San Antonio, along with several houses for wealthy clients.