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The Washington county seat hasn’t always been in St. George! It was first in New Harmony, 45 miles northeast, and then in 1863 it moved to St. George. Three years later construction began on a courthouse, and in 1876 it was completed.

Miles Romney, who supervised construction on both the St. George temple and tabernacle, also oversaw the construction of the courthouse. The basement was used as a jailhouse, the first floor as offices, and the second floor was a courtroom. When it wasn’t being used as a courtroom it was used as a schoolroom.

Some of the unique features of the courthouse include original paintings of Zion National Park and the Grand Canyon, chandeliers, 18 inch thick interior walls, and a security vault. The courthouse is open for tours.

  • Hours

    Mon, Fri-Sat 1pm-3pm

  • Cost

    Free

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3 replies
  1. Jeanine Vander Bruggen
    Jeanine Vander Bruggen says:

    As of October 1, 2021, the Pioneer Courthouse is now open 5 days a week, Monday through Saturday, closed Wednesday. Hours remain from 1100 AM to 3:00 PM. There is now a gift shop, offering souvenirs of St. George.

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  2. Jeanine Vander Bruggen
    Jeanine Vander Bruggen says:

    The information regarding the Pioneer Courthouse is incorrect. Connect number is 435-632-1215. The open hours are: Monday, Friday, and Saturday 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Free admission

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