Belvin Hall - Huntsville, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 30° 43.005 W 095° 32.997
15R E 255810 N 3400987
Belvin Hall was the first student residence constructed on the campus of Sam Houston State University, then called Sam Houston State Teachers College.
Waymark Code: WMQ9ZD
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/19/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member NW_history_buff
Views: 2

From Living New Deal Website:

"With an occupancy of 92, the building has remained a women-only residence since it opened. The Public Works Administration financed the four-story red brick building with a $150,000 grant and loan package."

"The college built on an addition called Buchanan Hall in 1945 to support the increasing population of the school. Now known as Belvin-Buchanan Hall, the combined structure houses 209 girls."
Project type: Other

Date built or created: 1936

Location: Huntsville, TX College Dormitory

City: Huntsville

Condition: Good upkeep with a little wear and tear

Website for additional information: [Web Link]

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