Historic Preservation

Lockhart's 1894 courthouse and downtown are on the National Register

The Caldwell County Courthouse in Lockhart was built in 1894 and, along with several blocks of downtown, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

Caldwell County History & Culture

The Caldwell County Courthouse in Lockhart was built in 1894. It is three stories tall, with a mansard roof and a tall central tower with additional corner towers. The courthouse sits at the heart of downtown Lockhart.

In 1978, the courthouse and the surrounding downtown blocks were added to the National Register of Historic Places. The Texas Historical Commission has recorded the courthouse as a strong example of late 19th-century Texas public building design. Lockhart also calls itself the Barbecue Capital of Texas. Its long-established BBQ restaurants draw visitors from around the state.

Source to confirm: Texas Historical Commission – Caldwell County Courthouse

More Caldwell County notes

Property Tax Basics

Two different offices handle your property taxes

In Caldwell County, the appraisal district sets your property value and also handles tax collection — the Tax Assessor-Collector office does not collect property taxes here.

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Property Tax Savings

Homestead exemption can lower your property tax bill

If your home in Caldwell County is your main residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption that reduces your taxable value.

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Local Tax Districts

Your tax bill may include charges from several local districts

Caldwell County has many active taxing entities, so what you owe depends heavily on exactly where your property sits.

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Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle at the Tax Assessor-Collector in Lockhart

Caldwell County vehicle registration and title transfers are handled at the Tax Assessor-Collector's office on South Main Street in Lockhart.

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