Peabody Hall (University of Arkansas)
| Peabody Hall | |
|---|---|
 | |
| General information | |
| Type | Education |
| Architectural style | Classic Revival with Mission influence |
| Location | Campus of the University of Arkansas |
| Address |
Peabody Hall University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR 72701 |
| Coordinates | 36°04′11″N 94°10′15″W / 36.069691°N 94.170709°W |
| Completed | 1913 |
| Renovated | 1943, 2011 |
| Cost | $40,000 ($929,158 in 2012 dollars) |
| Owner | University of Arkansas |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | L.J. Roberts |
Peabody Hall is a building on the University of Arkansas campus in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The 1913 structure is a contributing property to the University of Arkansas Campus Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Peabody Hall has continuously housed the teacher education department since completion in 1913. Today, the department is part of the University of Arkansas College of Education and Health Professions. It was built using private funds from George Peabody, one of the fathers of modern philanthropy.[1]
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References
- ↑ "University of Arkansas Campus Historic District" (PDF). National Register of Historic Places Registration Form. National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service. p. 13. Retrieved October 27, 2012.
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