It is the third courthouse to serve Hancock County. The present courthouse is three stories high and contains twelve offices, two courtrooms, jury rooms, and a large foyer on the first floor. It is still full of activity with lawyers, judges, county board and social meetings. It provides an integral part of the city and has long been noted as one of the most beautiful in the state of Illinois. Top of Page.
Great interest continues to be shown.
Today, both remain valuable educational institutions for the county. The Carthage park District offers a complete line of sports and recreation facilities, including a municipal swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, one of the area's sportiest 9-hole golf courses, lighted baseball fields, fishing as well as hiking, and jogging. The Park District also provides campsites with electrical hookups, shelter houses, fireplaces, and playground equipment. This picture shows the large Carthage Lake from near the spillway. For more information on recreation in Carthage, click here .