Herron Gymnasium

Herron Gymnasium was a two-story Romanesque building at Miami University that housed a full-size gymnasium on the second floor for athletic training. The first floor contained two classrooms and chapel spaces designed for religious and community gatherings.

The building was constructed in 1897 and named after John W. Herron, a Cincinnati judge connected to the university's growth. It served as the main athletic center on campus for several decades before its role evolved.

The gymnasium was a gathering place for many activities, bringing the campus community together through basketball games and YWCA and YMCA meetings held in its chapel spaces. This multi-purpose use reflected how the building became central to student life and university traditions.

The building was centrally located on campus and easily accessible to students and university community members. Today, the structure no longer stands as it was demolished in 1986 and the site became a parking area.

During World War II, the facility was temporarily converted into Navy barracks to house American servicemen during their training. This wartime adaptation shows how a campus building served broader national needs beyond its original purpose.

Location: Ohio

GPS coordinates: 39.50944,-84.73389

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:44