Music Vale Seminary
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member CraigInCT
N 41° 29.096 W 072° 16.412
18T E 727621 N 4596180
Quick Description: The first accredited music school in the United States.
Location: Connecticut, United States
Date Posted: 8/24/2008 9:45:44 AM
Waymark Code: WM4H2N
Published By: Groundspeak Premium Member JacobBarlow
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Long Description:
The Music Vale Seminary (1835-1876) the first school in The United States to issue degrees in music. Only music was taught at this school. The founder, Oramel Whittlesey, felt that by only having one course of study that it would lead to excellence.

Shortly after his death, the school burned down as was not rebuilt.

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Marker Name: Site of Music Vale Seminary

Marker Type: Roadside

Additional Information: Not listed

Date Dedicated / Placed: Not listed
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