AUSTIN MCLOUD APPELLATE COURT MUSEUM

EASTLAND, TX

Eastland County Courthouse (Eastland, Texas) Historic Eastland County Courthouse in Eastland, Texas.  The Art Deco style courthouse was constructed in 1928.  It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2007.
Eastland County Courthouse (Eastland, Texas) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Austin McCloud Appellate Court Museum is a small but fascinating museum located in Eastland, Texas. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the appellate court system in Texas and honoring the legacy of Austin McCloud, a former appellate judge.

The museum houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the evolution of the appellate court system in Texas, including antique legal documents, photographs, and courtroom memorabilia. Visitors can also view a replica of an appellate courtroom, complete with a judge's bench, jury box, and witness stand.

One of the highlights of the museum is a display honoring Austin McCloud, who served as an appellate judge for over 30 years. The exhibit includes personal items belonging to McCloud, as well as photographs and documents from his distinguished career on the bench.

The museum is housed in a beautiful historic building in downtown Eastland, which was once home to the First National Bank of Eastland. Visitors can also explore the building's vault, which has been converted into a small theater where visitors can watch a short video about the history of the appellate court system in Texas.

Overall, the Austin McCloud Appellate Court Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history of the Texas judiciary system. With its informative exhibits and unique artifacts, the museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the past and the important role that appellate courts have played in shaping the legal landscape of Texas.

AUSTIN MCLOUD APPELLATE COURT MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in EASTLAND TX. US MID #8404800538

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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AUSTIN MCCLOUD APPELLATE COURT MUSEUM FOUNDATION
109 N LAMAR ST
EASTLAND
TX
76448-1817

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MID # 8404800538
Name AUSTIN MCCLOUD APPELLATE COURT MUSEUM FOUNDATION
Alternate Name AUSTIN MCLOUD APPELLATE COURT MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 205767552
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201112
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 32.398108, -98.81039
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 133
US Census Tract: 950200
US Census Block: 2024