First County Courthouse

1209 N. Fiorella Street

Castroville, TX   78009

Medina County

Erected 1854; first permanent courthouse in Castroville, the first seat (1848-1892) of Medina County. When built, structure was on old road to San Antonio. This building took place of temporary office space which County Court had used 6 years. It was built by Joseph Burger and has 18-inch-thick walls of native limestone. Additions to original building include one-story wings on both sides and outside staircase to the second floor. After Hondo became County Seat this building was used as a school; now houses City Hall.

Verified03/22/08 - AB, GA
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Start: Intersection of Fiorella Street and SH-90 in Castroville.

Go 2 1/2 blocks north on Fiorella. The courthouse is located on the right (east) side of the street. 1209 N. Fiorella Street. 29 21.417' N 098 52.608' W