The Richmond County Courthouse anchors the small downtown on Hancock Street and is the most architecturally distinguished building in Rockingham. The current courthouse dates from the early 20th century and sits in a modest but intact town square surrounded by commercial buildings from the same era — a downtown that hasn't been dramatically altered or revitalized, which gives it an authentic if somewhat sleepy character.
The surrounding streets have a few independent businesses and restaurants. The town's modest scale means you can walk the historic core in 20 minutes. It's worth a brief stroll if you're passing through, particularly to see the courthouse itself, which is grander than the town's current size might lead you to expect.