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[News Script: Dallas County Courthouse]

Description: Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about a shortage of space in the Dallas County Courthouse after the population growth of recent years.
Date: May 4, 1971, 10:00 p.m.
Creator: WBAP-TV (Television station : Fort Worth, Tex.)
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

Old Red Museum, Southwest corner

Description: Photograph of the southwest corner of the "Old Red Museum", Houston and Commerce Streets, in downtown Dallas, Texas. Immediately behind the museum is the Dallas County Criminal Courts building. Dealy Plaza is to the right.
Date: unknown
Creator: Bell, Jim
Partner: Private Collection of Jim Bell

[Postcard to Mayme Collins Showing the Dallas County Courthouse, October 28, 1907]

Description: Postcard addressed to Mayme Collins with a tinted photograph of the Dallas County courthouse in Dallas, Texas; the building is made of red brick mostly, while the bottom of the building is made of white brick. There is a note on the reverse side of the card that says: "I am having a delightful time today."
Date: October 28, 1907
Partner: Private Collection of Margay Welch

Dallas County 1892 Courthouse

Description: Photograph of the 1892 Dallas County Courthouse, now the Old Red Museum in down town Dallas, Texas. Architect Maximillian Orlopp of Orlopp and Kusener, Little Rock, Arkansas in the Romanesque Revival style. The exterior is built of blue granite and red sandstone. The building has eight large turrets and two of the four terra cotta gargoyles still decorate the roof. Robert L. James was the contractor. View from south east at Commerce Street.
Date: unknown
Creator: Bell, Jim
Partner: Private Collection of Jim Bell

[Old Red Courthouse: Preserving Dallas County's Rich History]

Description: The Old Red Courthouse, an exquisite red sandstone building with marble accents, has stood as a historic symbol of Dallas County since its construction in 1892. Renamed the Old Red Museum in 2007, it now serves as a captivating local history museum, inviting visitors to explore the cultural, economic, political, and social heritage of the Dallas County area. Designed in the Richardsonian Romanesque style by architect Max A. Orlopp, Jr., the building boasts fascinating historical artifacts and i… more
Date: March 2008
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

Legacies: A History Journal for Dallas and North Central Texas, Volume 4, Number 2, Fall, 1992

Description: Biannual publication "devoted to the rich history of Dallas and North Central Texas" as a way to "examine the many historical legacies--social, ethnic, cultural, political--which have shaped the modern city of Dallas and the region around it." This issue focuses on architecture in Dallas.
Date: 1992
Creator: Dallas Historical Society
Partner: Dallas Historical Society

[Exploring Dallas County's Heritage: The Old Red Museum]

Description: Discover the captivating history of Dallas County at the Old Red Museum, a cherished institution housed within the historic Dallas County Courthouse. This iconic red sandstone building, adorned with rustic marble accents, stands as a testament to Dallas' past and was masterfully designed in the Richardsonian Romanesque style by architect Max A. Orlopp, Jr. Renamed the Old Red Museum in 2007, it now serves as a dynamic local history museum, offering a compelling journey through the cultural, eco… more
Date: March 2008
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Old Red Museum: Unravel Dallas County's Heritage]

Description: Delve into the captivating history of Dallas County at the Old Red Museum, housed in the beautifully restored Dallas County Courthouse. Explore interactive exhibits, educational theaters, and cultural artifacts that narrate the diverse and dynamic past of the region. Located in downtown Dallas, the museum is a must-visit destination to discover the rich heritage that has shaped the city's identity.
Date: March 2008
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[Immersive Exploration: Unveiling Dallas County's Vibrant Past]

Description: This captivating photograph captures a man strolling through a display room at the Old Red Museum, delving into the captivating history of Dallas County. With each step, he immerses himself in the rich tapestry of cultural, economic, political, and social heritage that has shaped the region. The exhibit showcases the diverse cultures that have come together to form the vibrant city of Dallas. As he walks amidst the artifacts and informative displays, the man becomes a part of the story, witness… more
Date: March 2008
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections

[ Old Red Museum: A Journey Through Dallas County's History]

Description: Step into the historic Dallas County Courthouse, now the Old Red Museum, and embark on a captivating exploration of Dallas County's past. Immerse yourself in the Richardsonian Romanesque architecture and discover fascinating exhibits, interactive touch screens, and educational theaters that showcase the cultural, economic, and social heritage of the region. Located in downtown Dallas, the museum invites visitors to uncover the diverse and vibrant history that has shaped the city.
Date: March 2008
Creator: Mallory, Randy
Partner: UNT Libraries Special Collections
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