Brenham High School Gymnasium – Brenham, TX
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N 30° 09.530 W 096° 23.586
14R E 751071 N 3339256
The gymnasium was constructed by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in 1939-40.
Waymark Code: WMR6K8
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 05/17/2016
Views: 3
The property is an excellent example of Rustic architecture that characterized labor-intensive craftsmanship, government building in the 1930s. Its use of local stone as a veneer siding and attention to the utilitarian aspect of the building are typical features of the period.
Constructed with locally available building materials in the traditions of the Rustic Style, the Brenham High School Gymnasium combines a native fieldstone veneer with metal factory-sash and massing reminiscent of the International Style. Ranging from 1 to 3 stories, the structure is composed of geometric building blocks which express the different functions housed within.
Project type: Other
Date built or created: 1939-1940
Location: Brenham, TX High School Gymnasium
City: Brenham
Condition: Good upkeep with a little wear and tear
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