The Baton Rouge Academy, an institution sponsored by the Fourth District Missionary Baptist Association of Louisiana for black boys and girls. In 1892, a suggestion was made that the Fourth District Association purchase a tract of land for...
Faculty Housing; Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute
This is the oldest building standing on campus. Built in 1906-1907 as a residence for the president of the school, it was the second major building erected, the first being the Main Building (Old Virginia Hall, begun in 1883 and completed in 1888)....
Faculty Housing; Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute
This is the oldest building standing on campus. Built in 1906-1907 as a residence for the president of the school, it was the second major building erected, the first being the Main Building (Old Virginia Hall, begun in 1883 and completed in...
The Baton Rouge Academy, an institution sponsored by the Fourth District Missionary Baptist Association of Louisiana for black boys and girls. In 1892, a suggestion was made that the Fourth District Association purchase a tract of land for...
The Vawter Industrial Building; Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute
Vawter Hall is the second oldest building at Virginia State University. Constructed in 1908, it was the dairy, the science building, and also a dormitory for female students. The building was designed by Harrison Waite and named for Capt. Charles...
Named After Bishop Robert S. Williams Who Raised Construction Funds In Part From Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company (TCI). It Served as the Old Administration Building, Women's Dormitory, and Location For Home Economics Classes. Williams...
Page 1 of History of the Teaching faculty employed at Southern University from its relocation in New Orleans along with their specialized field or department in which they served at Southern.
[Academic Building]. Built around 1917. Location: Was located on what is now Netterville Drive, east of the Mississippi River, adjacent to the old Administration Building. Purpose: During the early years, up through the 80s, it was a multipurpose...
Southern University and A & M College--Buildings; Building construction--Louisiana--Baton Rouge
Laying of First Brick Work on Academic Building. The completion of this building gave it the credit of being the most complete school building in the State of Louisiana for Negroes. People came from all sections of the State to see this new state...
Southern University and A & M College--Buildings; Home economics centers
[Industrial Building for Girls]. This structure was built in 1920 and later known as the Home Economics Building. This two-story masonry building features a very slightly projecting central section (suggestive of a pavilion) with an entrance...
Southern University and A & M College--Buildings; Vocational training centers--Louisiana
[Industrial Building for Boys]. This brick structure was built in 1921. Also known as the Mechanical Arts and Industrial Arts Building. This two-story brick structure was originally identical to the Industrial Building for Girls. The building...
Southern University and A & M College--Buildings; Machine shops
[Machine Shop]. This brick structure was built in 1921. This small one-story building repeats the stepped parapet and string courses found on the Industrial Building for Girls. It also features simple decorative brick panels (similar to those...
[Laundry/Riverside Hall]. This brick structure was built in 1922 as a one-story laundry facility. Some time before 1937 the building was renamed Riverside Hall. At that time, it was lengthened on its western end and a second story was added for...
Bennett College -- Campus Building; Buildings; College Buildings; Presidents
Wilbur F. Steele Hall Was Completed in 1922 and is One of the Earliest Buildings on Campus. It Was Designed as a Dining Facility. The building Was Named in Honor of Wilbur F. Steele, the President of Bennett College From 1881-1889. In 2004 the...
Epworth Hall, Sponsored By The Epworth Leaguers Of The Methodist Episcopal Church South, Is A Three-Story Brick Building That Was Constructed In 1925 For Young Men. At Intervals, It Has Also Served As Housing For Women. The Building Was Completely...
Program for the Sacred Concert given in honor of the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The first sacred concert was held in 1922. "Many called it singing for the budget."
