Oxford Courthouse Square Historic District

	Oxford Courthouse Square Historic District
	U.S. National Register of Historic Places
	U.S. Historic district
	Nielson's, which is a part of the district
Location	South Lamar Boulevard, Jackson and Van Buren Aves.
NRHP reference No.	80002257
Added to NRHP	April 2, 1980

The Oxford Courthouse Square Historic District is a historic district located in Oxford, Mississippi. The district has existed since the city's incorporation in 1837, and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places on April 2, 1980. It serves as the cultural center of Oxford, which also contains the University of Mississippi. Several notable residents have lived in Oxford whose images contribute to the popular culture of the square, such as writer William Faulkner.

Architecture

The architectural structure of the district is reflective of the city's existence during the American Civil War. Physically, it has retained two-story brick and stucco walled buildings including balconies and cast-iron columns. The district serves as the commercial, political, and cultural center of Oxford, as well as several churches. A notable structure includes the statue of William Faulkner at Oxford City Hall.

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