Irvin Hall facts for kids
Quick facts for kids |
|
|
Irvin Hall, Highland Community Junior College
|
|
Irvin Hall in 1958
|
|
 Location in Kansas
Location in the United States
|
|
| Location | Highland Community Junior College campus, Highland, Kansas |
|---|---|
| Area | less than one acre |
| Built | 1859 |
| Architectural style | Plains Vernacular |
| NRHP reference No. | 71000307 |
| Added to NRHP | February 24, 1971 |
Irvin Hall is a very old and important building located at Highland Community College in Highland, Kansas. It was the very first permanent building built for Highland University. This makes it the oldest building in Kansas that is still used for college classes today!
The building was finished in 1859. Back then, it only had one floor. Later, a second floor was added to make it bigger. Irvin Hall was named after Rev. Samuel M. Irvin. He was a missionary who helped start Highland University. The university was created to help Native American students in Kansas get an education.
Contents
What Does Irvin Hall Look Like?
Irvin Hall is a two-story building made of red bricks. It's a great example of a building style called "Plains Vernacular." This style was common for buildings in the central United States.
Special Features of the Building
The front of Irvin Hall has flat stone pieces above the windows and doors. These are called lintels. There are also special brick patterns on two sides of the building. These patterns look like flat columns, which are called pilasters. The other sides of the building are more plain.
On the east side of the building, there is a wooden bell tower. It has a flat top. Inside, the building has been changed a lot over the years.
Why is Irvin Hall Historic?
Irvin Hall is considered a very important historical building. On February 24, 1971, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list of buildings, sites, and objects that are important in American history. Being on this list helps protect the building and recognize its value.
Images for kids
-
Irvin Hall in 1958
