NRHP: Custer County Courthouse and Jail

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Custer County Courthouse & Jail

Custer County Courthouse & Jail

NRHP Reference #: 79001435

NRHP Listing Date: 19790419

Location

Courthse Sq, Main St, Broken Bow, Custer County, Nebraska

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Summary

The Custer County Courthouse and Jail, located in Broken Bow, were built in 1911-12 and in 1914 respectively, and represent fine interpretations of Neo-Classicism. They were designed by Omaha architect John Latenser. The courthouse was one of central Nebraska's earliest fireproof structures.

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