Washington County is named for George Washington, who was the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797.
Created: August 21, 1813
County Seat:
Potosi 1813 – present
County Courthouse – Potosi
Location: 102 North Missouri Street / West High Street
Built: 1908– 1909
Style: Italianate
Architect: Henry H Holenschild
Contractor: W R Order of Canton
Description: The building faces southeast and is a three story red colored brick and stone structure. The southeast front has a porch supported by brick pillars with peaked roof. Behind the porch, rises a five story tower with vertical window and arched windows at the top. There are north and south lower wings.
Courthouses:
N – Franklin County
E – Jefferson County and St. Francois County
S – Iron County
W – Crawford County
Photos taken 2009