Economic Impact of the Courthouse

Courthouse and County Jail, 1892. Through upheavals like the Civil War and the Great Chicago Fire, the Courthouse became a rallying point for action in times of crises.

Proximity to the Courthouse had its own benefit for local shops. Its location known far and wide, Woodstock business owners in the 19th and 20th Century frequently relied on the Courthouse as a reference point in their advertising to ensure potential customers could find their stores. 

Take a stroll through the past and celebrate the Courthouse's contributions to the city's businesses with some hand-picked articles below!