Old Courthouse
Name/Title
Old CourthouseEntry/Object ID
1901.3.3Description
This painting titled "Old Courthouse" by Vin Hannell depicts the third Porter County Courthouse from the corner of Indiana Avenue and Washington Street looking east. A fire on December 27, 1934, significantly damaged the courthouse and destroyed its bell tower, making this 1935 painting a cherished memorial to the altered building.Type of Painting
EaselArtwork Details
Medium
Gouache, WatercolorSubject
Porter County CourthouseSubject Place
Neighborhood
Downtown Valparaiso, INCity
Valparaiso, INCounty
Porter County, INState/Province
IndianaCountry
United StatesContinent
North AmericaAcquisition
Accession
1901.3Acquisition Method
Found in CollectionMade/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Hannell, VinRole
PainterDate made
circa 1935Place
Neighborhood
Downtown Valparaiso, INCity
Valparaiso, INCounty
Porter County, INState/Province
IndianaCountry
United StatesContinent
North AmericaInscription/Signature/Marks
Type
SignatureLocation
Lower left cornerTranscription
V.H. -1935-Dimensions
Dimension Description
Frame dimensionsHeight
44-1/2 inWidth
34-1/2 inExhibitions
Life Work: The Artists Hazel & Vin Hannell
Selections from the Permanent Collection (Cain Gallery, Winter 2025-26)