WARREN, Ark. – In a momentous event for Bradley County, Judge Klay McKinney has officially announced the dedication ceremony for the newly renovated Bradley County Courthouse Bell Tower. The ceremony is scheduled to take place in front of the courthouse at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 3, 2023.
This significant occasion will be graced by the presence of several distinguished guests, including representatives from the Arkansas State Historic Preservation, the Courthouse Bell Tower Architect, as well as numerous local officials from Bradley County. The short ceremony, estimated to last approximately 10 minutes, promises to be a poignant and historic moment for the community.
The renovation project, which has been in the works for nearly two years, saw the installation of a new cupola and dome in December 2022. The task was expertly handled by the skilled crews from Diversified Construction and Design in El Dorado. This labor-intensive project initially kicked off in January 2022, marking the beginning of an extensive effort to revitalize the iconic Bradley County Courthouse Bell Tower.
Members of the public are cordially invited to attend the ceremony, providing an opportunity to witness and celebrate this momentous milestone in Bradley County’s history. The courthouse bell tower, which has stood as a symbol of the county’s heritage since the early 1900s, will be dedicated to serving the community for many more years.
The Bradley County Courthouse Bell Tower dedication ceremony promises to be a moment of pride and unity for the community, celebrating both the past and the future. Mark your calendars for October 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., and be part of this historic occasion that will resonate with Bradley County residents for generations to come.