Old Belvidere High School
Old Belvidere High School, Prairie School education building in Belvidere, US
The complex consists of four connected buildings that reflect Classical Revival, Prairie School, and Art Deco architectural styles from different construction periods.
The school's development began in 1893 with Garfield School, followed by a 1900 powerhouse, the 1916 Belvidere High School, and the 1939 Auditorium and Gymnasium.
The buildings represent the evolution of educational architecture in Illinois, from the Classical Revival style through the Prairie School movement to Art Deco design.
The building complex received National Register of Historic Places recognition in 1997 for its architectural significance and role in local education history.
The 1939 auditorium and gymnasium addition was among the first educational facilities in the region to incorporate fluorescent lighting technology.
Location: Belvidere
Architectural style: Prairie School architecture
GPS coordinates: 42.25472,-88.84083
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:25
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