Chaves County Courthouse!

What is it?	The original courthouse and jail of Chaves County, New Mexico!
What makes it historical?	This green-domed courthouse building is a rare example of the Beaux-Arts style in New Mexico! It was built in anticipation of New Mexico’s impending statehood in 1912, because the new constitution would make all county debt part of the state debt. So the members of Chaves County figured they’d go big or go home! After auctioning off the old courthouse for $580, the firm of Lyon and Axtel constructed this one at a cost of $164,000 (over $4 million by 2018 standards)! It definitely earned its reputation as the most magnificent courthouse in New Mexico!
How can I Help the Helpers?	HERE’S HOW: Become a member of Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico! Donate to the Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico! Be a responsible visitor! Please respect the signs and pathways, and treat all structures and artifacts with respect. They’ve endured a lot to survive into the present. They’ll need our help to make it into the future!
Where is this place?	400 N Main St Roswell, NM 88201 From Albuquerque: ~201mi (324km) — 3.4hrs From Las Cruces: ~185mi (298km) — 3.1hrs From Roswell: ~0mi (0km) — 0hrs From Santa Fe: ~192mi (309km) — 3.2hrs
When should I go?	The courthouse is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM!

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