Jubilee Hall, Gothic Revival university building at Fisk University, Nashville, United States.
Jubilee Hall is a six-story structure with an L-shaped floor plan, featuring segmented-arch windows and an octagonal belfry tower that marks its Gothic Revival design. The careful stonework and architectural details reflect 19th-century construction standards.
Construction finished in 1876 as the first permanent building at Fisk University. The funds came directly from earnings the Jubilee Singers made touring Europe, performing concerts to support the university's growth.
The name reflects the Jubilee Singers, formerly enslaved people whose voices and performances created the funds for this building. Walking through the halls, you encounter reminders of how their musical legacy became central to the institution's foundation.
The building serves as student housing and can be viewed from outside during a campus walk. Interior access is mainly reserved for residents, so plan a tour with campus administration if you wish to see the interior spaces.
Inside hangs a large portrait of the original Jubilee Singers, a gift from Queen Victoria after their 1873 European tour. This artwork stands as a rare testament to royal recognition of these performers' contributions.
Location: Nashville
Inception: 1876
Architects: Stephen Decatur Hatch
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
GPS coordinates: 36.16889,-86.80472
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:02
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