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Officials discuss historic statues, eagle and preservation approach for courthouse exterior
Summary
The consultant reported several exterior statues are non‑original or have coating failures; the court discussed conservation, possible replacement, and museum photos used to track original features.
McKinney told commissioners that two of the courthouse statues are replacements from 1987 and are experiencing coating failure, while the original 'justices' statues remain. She recommended reviewing museum photographs and shop drawings to confirm materials and plan conservation or replacement work.
Commissioners raised the eagle sculpture and local family ties to its sculptor, and discussed timing and sequencing for exterior conservation. McKinney said some exterior conservation could be pursued as an emergency grant (50/50 match) in limited cases, but THC typically funds full restorations through standard grant cycles.
