Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina Historic District, campus in Greensboro in United States of America
The Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina Historic District is a group of five buildings spread across more than ten acres on the university campus in Greensboro. Built between 1922 and 1939, these structures display Colonial Revival and Classical Revival architecture with symmetrical forms, columns, arches, and clean classical details that reflect early twentieth-century design.
The university was founded in 1891 as a land-grant school for Black students and relocated to Greensboro in 1893 with local support for campus development. The district's five buildings, constructed from 1922 to 1939, mark a period of institutional growth as the school became a four-year college in 1925 and eventually a university in 1967.
The buildings are named after important figures who shaped the university, including Marcus C. S. Noble and Dr. James B. Dudley, reflecting the institution's values and leadership. The district stands as a visible symbol of the campus's role in providing education to Black students during a time of significant social barriers.
The district is located near the center of campus along Dudley Street and is accessible on foot. The buildings are situated close to one another, allowing visitors to see the architectural details from multiple angles as they walk through the area.
The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988, protecting these buildings and recognizing their historical importance. This designation honored the structures not merely as architecture but as witnesses to the university's story of resilience and advancement.
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