Portsmouth Courthouse, former Norfolk County Courthouse, in Old Towne Portsmouth

Front of the Portsmouth Courthouse facing High Street, taken by Max Greenhood for the Olde Towne Portsmouth Visitor’s Guide in 2016

“Portsmouth’s former courthouse, the pivotal landmark of the city’s Four Corners at the intersection of Court and High streets, was built in 1846 as the Norfolk County Courthouse. It continued in that capacity until 1960 when the county was incorporated as the city of Chesapeake and the seat of government moved to Great Bridge. The building served as the Portsmouth Courthouse into the next decade when its functions were transferred to a modern facility.”

Virginia Landmarks Register — 124-0006 Old Portsmouth Courthouse — Portsmouth, Virginia. For additional information read the Final Nomination Form.