Details for Saint Edward's University Main Building
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5507014821
Data
Marker Number | 14821 |
Atlas Number | 5507014821 |
Marker Title | Saint Edward's University Main Building |
Index Entry | Saint Edward's University Main Building |
Address | 3001 S. Congress |
City | Austin |
County | Travis |
UTM Zone | 14 |
UTM Easting | 619808 |
UTM Northing | 3344907 |
Subject Codes | educational buildings; educational topics; Roman Catholic denomination |
Marker Year | 1972 |
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | Yes |
Marker Location | |
Private Property | No |
Marker Condition | In Situ |
Marker Size | RTHL medallion and plate |
Marker Text | Erected in 1888, rebuilt after fire in 1903. Nicholas J. Clayton, Master Architect, designed both buildings in Gothic Revival style. Serves institution founded in 1873 by Congregation of Holy Cross, as male Catholic school. First pupils were local farm boys. In 1921 college-level courses were added. Was rechartered in 1925 as a University. During World War II, served as an academy and flying school. Admitted women in 1966. Recorded Texas Historic landmark – 1972 |