Knox County Courthouse, Knoxville

Constructed between 1884 and 1886, the Knox County Courthouse, a stunning 2.5-story brick building, is the fourth of its kind to be built. It boasts a combination of architectural styles, such as Colonial elements in its clock tower and Gothic elements in the balcony and porch, featuring qua-trefoil patterns. While much of the interior has been altered, the exterior has remained impressively intact.

Initially serving as a courthouse until the completion of the City-County Building on Hill Avenue in 1980, plans to demolish the courthouse were set in motion. However, thanks to the efforts of Knox County Executive Dwight Kessel and a preservation movement, the building was saved from destruction. Currently, it houses several county offices, including that of the county clerk. Furthermore, the courthouse lawn is home to the final resting place of John Sevier, Tennessee's first governor.

As a testament to its significant role in the country's political history and remarkable architecture, the Knox County Courthouse was eventually added to the National Register of Historic Places.