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Henderson Community Building and its collection
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The Henderson Community Building, also known as the Old Sibley County Courthouse, is a historic government building located in Henderson, Minnesota. This building holds significant historical value and is a notable landmark in the area.
Current Use of the Building
As of 2022, the Henderson Community Building also houses a senior center and the Joseph R. Brown Minnesota River Center. This center is a history museum that contains exhibits on the Minnesota River and Joseph R. Brown, the founder of Henderson and a significant figure in early Minnesota history.
Architectural Significance
The Henderson Community Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places as Sibley County Courthouse-1879 in 1979. It was recognized for its local significance in the theme of architecture. The building was nominated for being Sibley County's first purpose-built courthouse and for representing one of the era's favorite styles of architecture for public buildings: the Italianate.
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