The 1800's sparked the period of Greek Revival when builders constructed architectural features using a combination of Romanesque and Gothic styles. The unique characteristics included in this time period are red-brick towers, floor to ceiling windows, chimneys, and towering ceilings. In the early ages of Greek architecture, the public buildings were designed using straight lines to create the columns, which held up the enormous towers. As time passed, the revival of Greek architecture designed a new path of making slight arches on these buildings to differentiate between the two eras. This improved architectural design would help to build support for the entire building and it will also create a perceptive piece of art. One of the most famous buildings in history that represents the style of Greek Revival is Thomas Jefferson's mansion located in Monticello, Charlottesville, Virginia.

This new form of architecture was soon proudly displayed at colleges and museums. This demanding period of Greek style during the 1800's became a great influence for several buildings of that time including courthouses, colleges, and banks. In relation to Greek Revival of the 19th century, the new Courthouse, located in Clinton, was built with red-brick, includes an elevated ceiling, and is sturdily held up by classical columns with white paint to simulate marble.

Clinton Courthouse - Boylston Street

Close-up of courthouse entrance