Two Geeks on a Bike: A Little Bit About Lockhart

Lockhart is a quintessential Central Texas town. You know the kind of old Texas charm that comes from the central square plan that seems to be all over this great state.

The Court house dominates the square and is surrounded by various shops one containing a clock museum, and several antique and curio stores. (They also have a night club!)

The city began construction on August 15, 1893 and was completed in March of 1894. According to the city website, the court house’s interesting color scheme is a result of the limestone and Pecos redstone that makes up it exterior facade. The trim is not painted and is naturally the red color shown in our photos.

Originally built with electrical services It did not have any indoor plumbing. The city later retrofitted the broom closets with bathroom fixtures. However, change always comes comes at a cost and the renovations were met with push back from the local judge.

“It is said that when the first water bill was received, the county judge was so shocked at the charges that he padlocked the restrooms.” ~Anon (City of Lockhart)

Lockhart is featured in several prominent films including one of my all time favorites “The Great Waldo Pepper” starring Robert Redford, and Susan Serandon.