Gallaudet College Historic District
Gallaudet College Historic District, Historic district at Gallaudet University, Washington D.C., United States
The historic district spans 15 acres of the Gallaudet University campus, featuring Gothic buildings designed by Frederick C. Withers and landscape by Frederick Law Olmsted.
Founded in 1864 as Columbia Institution for the Deaf and Dumb, the campus evolved from an early school established by Amos Kendall on 8th Street NE.
The district represents the first institution of higher education dedicated to deaf and hard of hearing students, promoting American Sign Language education.
Visitors can access guided tours of the historic buildings, including Chapel Hall and the President's House, through the main entrance on Florida Avenue.
The district maintains its original 1878 campus layout with an L-shaped configuration, bounded by Florida Avenue and architectural landmarks Fowler and Kendall Halls.
Location: Washington, D.C.
GPS coordinates: 38.90611,-76.99611
Latest update: March 4, 2025 05:38
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