Saint Edward's University Main Building
N 30° 13.783 W 097° 45.302
14R E 619801 N 3344895
A state historic marker at the Main Building at St. Edward's University in Austin
Waymark Code: WMQQZX
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 03/21/2016
Views: 3
This marker is affixed to the north face of the Main Building of St. Edward's University in south Austin.
Marker Number: 14821
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
[small addition plaque below]
Entered in National Register of Historic Places 1973
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