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Fairfield County Courthouse earns historic preservation award

The Fairfield County Courthouse in Lancaster has been selected to receive a 2026 Coronet Award for historic preservation and property improvements. The Fairfield County Heritage Association presents the awards annually to recognize exceptional restoration, renovation and landscaping efforts, according to a community announcement. Built in 1872, the Fairfield County Courthouse is a Renaissance-Romanesque landmark constructed from locally quarried Blackhand sandstone. Improvements preserve courthouse exterior Recent work on the courthouse included cleaning and sealing the sandstone, extensive roof and gutter work and repairs to the building's signature archway. "The Fairfield County Courthouse is more than a government building. It is an important part of our county's history and a landmark that generations of residents have come to recognize," Fairfield County Commissioner Steve Davis said. "We are honored to receive this recognition and appreciate the efforts of everyone involved in refreshing and renewing the building’s exterior while preserving its historical integrity.” This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Lancaster Eagle-Gazette: Fairfield County Courthouse earns historic preservation award