History is disappearing.

The second Pinal County Court House was completed in 1891 with “...the conviction that an imposing public facility would reflect confidence in the continuing growth of the county.” It has taken over 100 years and we are just beginning to see the fruition of this dream.

But time and Mother Nature have not been kind to our beloved courthouse. Deterioration of the building’s exterior left the interior exposed to all the elements. Repairs to the roof have been successful in preventing further rain damage to the ceiling and floor. These repairs have also prevented bats and pigeons from occupying the attic space.

There is still much to do. The current conditions have advanced far beyond the control of normal maintenance. It is estimated that it will cost $5 million to make the building safe for future generations to enjoy and appreciate.

This crisis however, comes at a most opportune time.

• There is an increase in public interest in restoring the building, along with equal interests from various governmental entities.
• There is the potential for funding through intergovernmental agreements.
• There are enthusiastic people with creative ideas willing to participate.
• Our country is experiencing a time of appreciation for historic value and patriotism.

Together these conditions may generate the vehicle with which to bring this building back to represent the pride, hopes, and dreams of our forefathers. In addition to the roof repairs, we have been successful in stabilizing and repairing the building’s clock tower, which had become a safety hazard. Now that roofing issues are under control, we are beginning to shift our focus to the deterioration of brick on the exterior of the building.

This form page is part of the effort to help with repairs to the building. The Second Pinal County Courthouse Brick Paver Project allows private citizens to buy an engraved brick that will be placed on the sidewalk in front of the courthouse. The tax deductible donation to the project will be used to help pay for repairs to the building. You may inscribe a name or a phrase on every brick that you purchase and it will be placed on the walkway as a tribute to your generosity and desire to save this historic building.

We would very much appreciate it if you would purchase a brick ($50 each) and write a message to be engraved on it, following the guidelines on the form. If you have any questions regarding this project, please call Ernie Feliz, Pinal County Grants Coordinator at (520) 866-7221 or write to ernie.feliz@pinalcountyaz.gov. Thank you very much for your help in saving the 1891 Second Pinal County Courthouse.

For more information on the history of the 1891 Second Pinal County Courthouse, please click here.