Philips Memorial Building, University building in West Chester, United States
The Philips Memorial Building features exterior walls built from Foxcroft Wissahickon schist stone and displays multiple decorative gargoyles along its facade points.
Named after George Morris Philips, who led the institution from 1881 to 1920, the building opened in 1927 and gained National Register status in 1981.
The Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall inside the building contains 1,200 seats and serves as the main performing arts venue at West Chester University.
The Presidential office suite and administrative departments operate from this building, which stands as part of West Chester State College Quadrangle Historic District.
The Philips Autographed Library within the building holds 2,000 volumes, making it a substantial collection of signed books from its establishment period.
Location: West Chester
Inception: 1927
Part of: West Chester State College Quadrangle Historic District
GPS coordinates: 39.95222,-75.59861
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:02
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